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adoration

a-duh-RAY-shuhn

Adoration (noun) means deep love, admiration, or worship. Example: “The fans greeted the band with pure adoration.”

noun
1
Deep love, admiration, or worship.
"The fans greeted the band with pure adoration."
"He gazed at her with quiet adoration."

How to Use Adoration

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishIntense love or admiration, sometimes bordering on worship.

Common pairings
gaze with adoration object of adoration

Word Forms

adorations plural

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Etymology

From Latin adoratio ("worship"), from adorare ("to worship, adore").

Origin: Latin

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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.

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