Adulation
Meaning: Excessive admiration or flattery.
Example
- The crowd showered the star with adulation.
Practice question
Which choice best matches the meaning of “adulation”?
Answer: D) Excessive admiration or flattery.
“Adulation” means: Excessive admiration or flattery.
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