景仰 (jǐng yǎng) — to respect and admire (usually of a person's character or achievements)
Definition
A formal, written verb meaning to look up to someone with deep respect and admiration, typically for their character or achievements. Stronger and more literary than 尊敬, which is the everyday word for general respect.
verb
to respect and admire (usually of a person's character or achievements)
Examples
- 景仰。Wǒ fēi cháng jǐng yǎng zhè wèi kē xué jiā de pǐn dé.I deeply respect and admire this scientist's moral character.
- 景仰。Kǒng zǐ shì xǔ duō xué zhě jǐng yǎng de duì xiàng.Confucius is an object of respect and admiration for many scholars.
- 景仰。Wǒ men yīng dāng jǐng yǎng nà xiē wèi shè huì zuò chū gòng xiàn de rén.We ought to respect and admire those who have contributed to society.
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