adoration

[ ad-uh-rey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of paying honor, as to a divine being; worship.
2. reverent homage.
3. fervent and devoted love.

adoration

/ ˌædəˈreɪʃən /

noun

1. deep love or esteem
2. the act of worshipping

Word History and Origins

Origin of adoration¹

1535–45; < Latin adōrātiōn- (stem of adōrātiō ) worship. See adore, -ation

Example Sentences

The videos often focus on others’ reactions, which range from amusement and adoration to confusion and hostility.

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The genuine adoration between the two is a fundamental part of the book.

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Above all, she thinks, audiences root for them to recognize how they feel about each other because that type of mutual adoration is what most people yearn for.

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To let go of that need — for the love of strangers, the adoration of the industry and the little trophies that represent it all — is to be truly free.

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There’s antagonistic superiority and disdain amid love and appreciation and adoration for his creative spirit.

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Related Words

• admiration
• devotion
• esteem
• reverence
• veneration