Adoration — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌa-də-ˈrā-shən/ ad·o·ra·tion

Meaning & Definition of Adoration

Adoration (noun)

  1. the act of adoring, the state of being adored

Adoration (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. strong feelings of love or admiration

    "They looked at the baby with adoration."

    "The doctor has earned the adoration of his patients."

    similar: acclamation, adulation, approbation, deference, hero worship, homage, honor, idolatry, infatuation, lionization, praise, props (slang), reverence, veneration, worship, account, admiration, appreciation, esteem, estimation, favor, regard, respect, appetite, fancy, fondness, like, love, partiality, preference, relish, shine, taste, use, delight, enjoyment, amazement, awe, wonder, wonderment, enthusiasm, interest, passion, bias, prejudice, affection, attachment, devotion
    opposite: condemnation, disapproval, disdain, opprobrium, scorn, disappointment, discontent, disenchantment, disgruntlement, disillusionment, displeasure, indignation, unhappiness, aversion, contempt, disfavor, disgust, disinclination, dislike, disliking, disregard, distaste, hate, hatred, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion, revulsion, abomination, antipathy, detestation, deprecation, dissatisfaction

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Adoration

The most common words with a similar meaning to Adoration:

Slang: props
acclamation, adulation, approbation, deference, hero worship, homage, honor, idolatry, infatuation, lionization, praise, reverence, veneration, worship, account, admiration, appreciation, esteem, estimation, favor, regard, respect, appetite, fancy, fondness, like, love, partiality, preference, relish, shine, taste, use, delight, enjoyment, amazement, awe, wonder, wonderment, enthusiasm

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Adoration

Words with the opposite meaning of Adoration:

condemnation, disapproval, disdain, opprobrium, scorn, disappointment, discontent, disenchantment, disgruntlement, disillusionment, displeasure, indignation, unhappiness, aversion, contempt, disfavor, disgust, disinclination, dislike, disliking, disregard, distaste, hate, hatred, loathing, nausea, repugnance, repulsion, revulsion, abomination

Origin & Etymology of Adoration

borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French, borrowed from Latin adōrātiōn-, adōrātiō, from adōrāre "to venerate, adore" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Adoration

What does "Adoration" mean?

"Adoration" means the act of adoring, the state of being adored. As a noun, it is defined as: the act of adoring, the state of being adored.

What is another word for "Adoration"?

Other words for "Adoration" include acclamation, adulation, approbation, deference, hero worship, homage, honor and idolatry. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Adoration" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Adoration"?

There are 48 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Adoration". Common alternatives include acclamation, adulation, approbation, deference, hero worship, homage, honor, idolatry, infatuation and lionization.

What is the opposite of "Adoration"?

Antonyms of "Adoration" include condemnation, disapproval, disdain, opprobrium, scorn, disappointment, discontent and disenchantment.

How do you use "Adoration" in a sentence?

Examples of "Adoration" in a sentence: "They looked at the baby with adoration."; "The doctor has earned the adoration of his patients.".

Is "Adoration" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Adoration" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Adoration"?

"Adoration" is pronounced /ˌa-də-ˈrā-shən/ and divided into syllables as ad·o·ra·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Adoration"?

"Adoration" comes from borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French, borrowed from Latin adōrātiōn-, adōrātiō, from adōrāre "to venerate, adore" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action. First known use: 15th century.