Skip to content

adore, v.t. To venerate expectantly.

“adore, v.t. To venerate expectantly.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
Download Open image
“adore, v.t. To venerate expectantly.”

Ambrose Bierce

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

To venerate with eager expectation and reverence.

In simple terms: Respect with eager anticipation.

Key Takeaway

Honor with enthusiasm.

Themes

respect reverence anticipation

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • rituals
  • celebrations
  • mentor relationships

Key Concepts

devotion expectancy esteem

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does reverence become uncritical?
  • How can you honor without losing autonomy?
A Different Perspective

May imply blind worship.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Ambrose Bierce

Explore all 1,157 Ambrose Bierce quotes

More Adore quotes

Browse all 749 Adore quotes