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Admiration
Respectful Tone![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Use 'admiration' to show respect rather than mere liking which is not as strong. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/uH9v3X5FGuN7txXat7n1sZUaoZA.webp)
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Often used for people we respect professionally or intellectually without personal acquaintance. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/j3KEZyB5tfoF0W0xpZ5DDRoZJE.webp)
Not Romantic![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Admiration' can be platonic; it's not necessarily romantic love. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/xgqm9stvsIDqSiq7J5HLHiSvb3w.webp)