adore
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /əˈdɔːr/
KK: /əˈdɔr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To have a deep love or admiration for someone or something.
Example
Many people adore their pets and treat them like family.
Tense Forms
Past: adored
Past Participle: adored
Conversation
I really adore that new band we discovered last week.
Me too! Their music is so catchy and fun.
It's amazing how quickly I adore their style.
Yeah, I can’t stop listening to their songs!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
worship
revere
venerate
Antonyms
despise
detest
loathe
transitive verb
Definition
To have a strong love or admiration for someone or something.
Example
She adores her little puppy and takes care of it every day.
Tense Forms
Past: adored
Past Participle: adored
Conversation
I really adore that new café downtown.
Oh, I haven't been there yet! What do you like about it?
The atmosphere is so cozy, and the coffee is amazing!
Root Explanation
Adore is derived from the Latin 'adorare', which is formed from 'ad-' (meaning to) and 'orare' (meaning to speak or pray). The word originally conveyed the sense of speaking to or praying to someone with great reverence or love.
Memory Tip
Think of 'speaking to' ('orare') someone with great love or reverence ('ad-') — that's why to adore means to love deeply.
Visually Confused Words
mandore
coadore
bandore
padre
dorje
doree
cadre
ardor