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adulation

Noun

IPA /ˌædjuˈleɪʃn/

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Very strong admiration and praise, sometimes more than a person deserves.

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adulation/ˌædjuˈleɪʃn/

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A performer becomes hugely popular
Fans offer intense admiration
Praise becomes overwhelming

Adulation is very strong praise and admiration, sometimes beyond what is deserved.

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The young singer found the sudden adulation of her fans overwhelming.
The founder enjoyed public adulation after the company's rapid growth.

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adulation — Very strong admiration and praise, sometimes more than a person deserves.

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Very strong admiration and praise, sometimes more than a person deserves.

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Word origin

From Latin adulatio, related to adulari, meaning to flatter or fawn on someone.

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Adulation is uncountable and often refers to praise from fans or a wider public.

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