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admire Synonyms

Another word for admire

Choosing another word for admire depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To regard someone or something with respect, warm approval, or high esteem.

Usage Example

"Many young scientists respect her dedication to environmental research."

Strongest
respect
look up to
esteem
Strong
appreciate
revere
venerate
idolize
prise
commend

• verb (Context 2)

To look at something impressive or attractive with pleasure and appreciation.

Usage Example

"We stopped along the mountain ridge to appreciate the sunset over the valley."

Strong
appreciate
marvel at
delight in
savor

Opposites of admire

The opposite of admire shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

look down on
despise
disdain
detest
scorn
disrespect
loathe
abhor
See all opposites of admire

• Nearby Words

admiral
admiralty
admiration
admire
admirer
admiringly
admissibility

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Admire. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/admire
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