adoration
4 synonyms and 1 antonyms for adoration, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Deep love, admiration, or worship.
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How to use adoration
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Etymology
From Latin adoratio ("worship"), from adorare ("to worship, adore").
Full origin of adoration →Frequently asked questions
What does “adoration” mean?
The word “adoration” means deep love, admiration, or worship. In plain terms, intense love or admiration, sometimes bordering on worship.
How do you pronounce “adoration”?
“Adoration” is pronounced a-duh-RAY-shuhn (/ˌæ.dəˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “adoration” in a sentence?
Here is “adoration” used in a sentence: “The fans greeted the band with pure adoration.”
What is the opposite of “adoration”?
The opposite of “adoration” — its antonyms — is disdain.
What part of speech is “adoration”?
“Adoration” is a noun.
Where does the word “adoration” come from?
The word “adoration” comes from Latin. From Latin adoratio ("worship"), from adorare ("to worship, adore").
Is “adoration” a common word?
“Adoration” is an uncommon word in modern English.