adj Uncommon

admiring

ad-MEYE-ihng

Admiring (adj) means showing or feeling admiration. Example: “He gave her an admiring glance across the room.”

adj

Showing or feeling admiration.

"He gave her an admiring glance across the room."

How to Use Admiring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFull of approval and respect.

Common pairings

admiring glance admiring fans admiring look

more admiring comparative, admirings plural, most admiring superlative

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He gave her an _____ glance across the room.

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What does “admiring” mean?

The word “admiring” means showing or feeling admiration. In plain terms, full of approval and respect.

How do you pronounce “admiring”?

“Admiring” is pronounced ad-MEYE-ihng (/ædˈmaɪ.ɚ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “admiring” in a sentence?

Here is “admiring” used in a sentence: “He gave her an admiring glance across the room.”

What part of speech is “admiring”?

“Admiring” is an adjective.

Is “admiring” a common word?

“Admiring” is an uncommon word in modern English.