adore
- 01 B1 Intermediate
to love someone very much and feel great respect for them.
to regard with deep, often selfless affection and respect. Transitive — requires a direct object.
Simple“It is clear that they adore their new baby daughter.”
In context“Throughout their fifty years of marriage, he continued to adore her with the same intensity as the day they met.”
- 02 B1 Intermediate
to like something very much, often used for food or hobbies.
to have a strong liking or preference for something. Informal in register when applied to inanimate objects or activities.
Simple“I simply adore this chocolate cake; it is the best I have ever tasted.”
In context“She adores spending her Sunday afternoons browsing through the local antique markets for hidden treasures.”
- 03 C1 Advanced
to show great respect and love for a god.
to worship or honour as a deity. Often used in religious or highly formal contexts.
Simple“The people gathered in the temple to adore their gods.”
In context“The ancient hymns were composed specifically to adore the creator and express the congregation's humble devotion.”