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Definition of admirability

admirability

/ˌæd.mər.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/
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Adverb:admirably
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Adjective:admirable
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The quality or state of being admirable; excellence or worthiness that inspires high regard and approval.

Example

"The ethical admirability of her lifelong dedication to public service was recognized by colleagues across the political spectrum."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin admirabilitas, derived from Latin admirabilis ('worthy of admiration'), from the verb admirari ('to wonder at').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Admirability. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/admirability
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