Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

adulation

noun
/ˌædʒ.əˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definition
Excessive admiration or praise.
Examples
  • His performance received adulation from critics and fans alike.
  • The actor enjoyed the adulation of his admirers during the film festival.
  • Too much adulation can lead to a false sense of superiority.
Meaning
Adulation refers to the act of giving someone excessive compliments or admiration, often to an exaggerated extent.
Synonyms
  • Admiration
  • Worship
  • Flattery
  • Exaltation
  • Applause