adoration

/ˌædəˈreɪʃən/
noun
  1. Deep love and respect for someone or something.
    • The puppy's adoration for its owner was obvious from the way it wagged its tail.
    • The crowd looked at the singer with pure adoration.
    • Her adoration for her grandmother was clear in every letter she wrote.
  2. Religious worship or devotion to a deity.
    • In many cultures, adoration of the sun was a central part of ancient religion.
    • The ceremony was a moment of quiet adoration for the congregation.
    • The temple was a place of adoration and prayer.
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