admire · verb T /ədˈmɑɪr/
Word family
Nouns: admiration, admirer
Adjectives: admirable
Verbs: admire
Adverbs: admirably
admire (LOOK AT)
B1 to find someone or something attractive and pleasant to look at
Dictionary examples:
I was just admiring your jacket, Delia.
We stood for a few moments, admiring the view.
Learner example:
It was a sunny day, luck[i]ly, so I was able to admire the lake and the Marmolada, the highest mountain in [the] Dolomit[es]. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Italian)
admire (RESPECT)
B2 to respect or approve of someone or something
Dictionary examples:
I admired him for his determination.
I really admire people who can work in such difficult conditions.
Learner example:
The person I admire most, however, is my father. (First Certificate in English; B2; German)
