Admiration Quote by Joseph Addison
“Admiration is a very short-lived passion, that immediately decays upon growing familiar with its object.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Spectator, 1711
Admiration fades quickly once we become familiar with the object of our admiration.
In simple terms: Admiration is fleeting when we know too well.
Recognize that novelty fuels admiration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- art appreciation
- celebrity culture
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain respect for someone after the novelty fades?
- Can familiarity ever deepen admiration?
Admiration can persist if we focus on deeper qualities beyond novelty.