admirance
|ad-mi-rance|
C1
/ˈæd.mɪ.rəns/
(admire)
respect and wonder
Etymology
Etymology Information
'admirance' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'admirari,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'mirari' meant 'to wonder at.'
Historical Evolution
'admirari' transformed into the Old French word 'admirer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'admire,' from which 'admirance' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wonder at or regard with wonder,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being admired or admired by others.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being admired or admired by others.
Her admirance for the artist was evident in her collection of his works.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 17:06