Admirables

Admirables is a plural noun used to designate people regarded as worthy of admiration. The term is not a standard technical term in most modern dictionaries and is predominantly found in literary, historical, or translational contexts. As a nominalization of the adjective admirable, admirables can refer to individuals who exemplify virtues such as courage, generosity, prudence, or integrity, or to a group celebrated for those traits.

Etymology: The word derives from the Latin admirabilis, meaning "worthy of admiration," through Old French admirable into English. The plural form admirables follows regular English inflection.

Usage: In fiction, authors may appoint “the Admirables” to name a group of heroes or inspirational figures within a narrative. In historical writing or civic rhetoric, the term may appear in translated or stylistic passages to describe notable citizens or exemplary public figures. Because it is not an established term with a fixed definition, interpretation depends on context and authorial intent.

See also: admirable, virtue, hero, notable person, translation.

Notes: There is no single canonical definition or widely recognized organization associated with the term. When encountered, the meaning of admirables is typically clarified by the surrounding text, and researchers should treat it as a stylistic or translational usage rather than a formal category.