adore someone

/əˈdɔːr ˈsʌmwʌn/
love deeply

She adores her little brother.

She loves her little brother very much.


informal

To love someone very deeply and passionately.

He adores his wife and always puts her first.

He loves his wife deeply and prioritizes her needs.

The children adore their grandmother.

The children love their grandmother very much.

This phrase is often used to express strong affection, especially in personal relationships.

Related Phrases

adore somethingphrase
love something very much
adorationword
deep love and devotion

Pro Tip

Emphasize affection

Use 'adore someone' to express a strong, affectionate love, often in personal or emotional contexts.

Gold Rule

Use in personal contexts

'Adore someone' is best used in personal or emotional situations, not in formal or professional settings.

Word Origin

From Middle English 'adoren', from Old French 'adorer', from Latin 'adorare' (to adore, worship). The phrase 'adore someone' has been used in English since the 14th century to express deep affection.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in informal and personal contexts to describe a strong emotional attachment to someone. It is often used to emphasize the depth of affection, especially in family or romantic relationships.

Word Breakdown

adore
to love deeply
root
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someone
a person
object
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