Definition: The word "admir" in Chinese means to take or show great interest, admiration, respect for something, to be enthusiastic about it. The definition of "admire" (a verb): to be interested in or admire something In English, a synonym is "like" and can mean many things: Like: 1) like; 2) similar; 3) alike Admiring, however, means appreciating the beauty or value of something. For example, "admire the beautiful sunset" suggests that you are interested in its beauty and value. It is also used as a noun to mean "a large collection or group of things."