adore

The word “adore” means to love someone or something very deeply. In plain terms, to love intensely — stronger and warmer than just "like.".

“Adore” is pronounced uh-DAW (/əˈdoɹ/ in IPA).

Here is “adore” used in a sentence: “She adores her grandchildren.”

“Adore” is a verb.

The word “adore” comes from Latin. From Old French adorer, from Latin adorare ("to pray to"), from ad- ("to") + orare ("to speak, pray").

“Adore” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

Adore expresses a more intense, often admiring form of affection, suggesting deep fondness or even worshipful regard, while love is a broader term covering a wider range of intensity and types of attachment. Adore is often used for both people and things, such as "I adore this song."

Adore is common in everyday, informal speech, especially to express enthusiasm about things, places, or activities, such as "I adore this restaurant." It can also appear in more heartfelt or romantic contexts describing deep affection for a person.

Adore is commonly used for objects, activities, and experiences as well as people, such as adoring a piece of music, a place, or a pet. This flexible usage distinguishes it from stricter romantic terms that apply mainly to people.