adj
Uncommon
admiring
ad-MEYE-ihng
Admiring (adj) means showing or feeling admiration. Example: “He gave her an admiring glance across the room.”
adj
1
Showing or feeling admiration.
"He gave her an admiring glance across the room."
How to use admiring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFull of approval and respect.
Common pairings
admiring glance
admiring fans
admiring look
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Word forms
- Plural
- admirings
- Comparative
- more admiring
- Superlative
- most admiring
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Rhymes for admiring
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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.
