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How do you spell Admiration?

Correct spelling

admiration

ADMIRAT + ION. Think: admire.

Why is admiration spelled this way?

From Latin admirari, to wonder at. The word originally carried more surprise than approval — to admire was to be struck with wonder.

Common misspellings of admiration

admiratonadmirasionadmerationadmiriation

Example

She looked at him with admiration.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "admiration". ADMIRAT + ION. Think: admire.
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