To admire
Example: She admires his ability to solve complex problems
Definition
"To admire" means to regard someone or something with respect, approval, or pleasure, often because of their qualities, achievements, or abilities. For example, when someone admires another's talent or character, they feel a deep appreciation and positive regard for them.
Etymology
The verb "to admire" comes from the Latin word 'admirari,' which means 'to wonder at' or 'to admire.' It combines 'ad-' meaning 'at' or 'toward' and 'mirari,' meaning 'to wonder.' Did you know that originally it implied a sense of amazement or astonishment before evolving into a more general feeling of respect or approval.
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"To admire" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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