adore
UK: əˈdɔː(r) | US: əˈdɔːr
vt. to love deeply and respect highly
vt. to worship or venerate as divine
vt. to admire intensely (informal)
adore = ad<to, toward> + ore<speak, pray>
- ad (Latin prefix meaning "to" or "toward")
- ore (from Latin orare, meaning "to speak, pray")
Etymology Origin:
The word "adore" originates from the Latin adorare, combining ad- (toward) and orare (to speak, pray). Initially, it referred to the act of worship—literally "to pray to" a deity. Over time, its meaning broadened to include deep love or admiration, reflecting how reverence in religious contexts evolved into secular expressions of devotion.
She adores her grandmother and visits her every weekend.
Fans adore the singer for her powerful voice and humility.
In ancient Rome, people would adore their gods with offerings and prayers.
He absolutely adores chocolate and can never resist a piece.
The painting was adored by critics for its vibrant colors and emotion.