Admiring

Pronunciation: /ædˈmaɪr/

Admiring (verb)

  1. To have a positive feeling about someone or something because of their qualities or achievements.
  2. To look at something with enjoyment or appreciation because it is beautiful or interesting.

Examples

  • Many people admire those who help others in need.
  • Visitors admire the beautiful paintings in the gallery.

Common collocations: deeply admire, admire someone for, admire the view, admire closely

Synonyms of Admiring

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Admiring

  • — To feel contempt or disdain for someone or something.
  • — To pay no attention to something or someone.