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I admire how calmly she solves problems.
What does Admire mean?
Admire means respect someone or think highly of them.
Dictionary definition
To respect or look up to someone because of their qualities, actions, or achievements.
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Many students admire teachers who are fair and kind.
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He admired his friend for admitting a mistake honestly.
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MeaningAdmire means respect someone or think highly of them.
ExampleExample: I admire how calmly she solves problems.
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- Syllables
- ad · myr
- Strongest beat
- myr
- Ending
- myr
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- Put a little extra energy on myr.
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Synonyms
Words like Admire
respectUse for valuing someone's character or actions.
look up toUse when someone is a positive example.
Antonyms
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disrespectUse when regard or respect is missing.
despiseUse for very strong dislike.
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Admire word family
Base word
admire
adjective
admirable
Worthy of admiration and respect.
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