Admiration
/ˌæd.məˈreɪ.ʃən/noun
A feeling of respect and approval toward someone or something.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, admiration was often viewed as a divine inspiration, believed to connect mortals with the gods they revered.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
admiratio
“A gaze of wonder or surprise.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
admirare
“To regard with awe or marvel.”
Old French
Old French
admiracion
“A state of wonder or astonishment.”
Middle English
Middle English
admiration
“A feeling of wonder or awe, often in relation to beauty or virtue.”
Modern English
English
admiration
“The current sense of deep respect and approval.”