English · Emotions & Feelings
adoration
ˌædəˈreɪʃən
[ˌædəˈreɪʃən]
deep love and respect
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling of deep love, admiration, or worship.
Example
She gazed at the baby with adoration.
She gazed at the baby with adoration.
Etymology
From Latin 'adoratio', from 'adorare' meaning 'to worship'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names intense love or worshipful admiration.