Definitions
1.verbTo be amazed at; to view with surprise; to marvel at.
2.verbTo regard with wonder and delight.
3.verbTo look upon with an elevated feeling of pleasure, as something which calls out approbation, esteem, love or reverence.
4.verbTo estimate or value highly; to hold in high esteem."He had always admired the work ethos and family values of his friend."
5.verbTo be enthusiastic about (doing something); to want or like (to do something). (Sometimes followed by to.)