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adjective

as in appreciated

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verb

past tense of admire
as in respected
to think very highly or favorably of I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation

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Recent Examples of admired
Adjective
Solidarity among Venezuelans emerged as the most admired aspect of the response, cited by 90% of respondents. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026 A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026 Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today. — The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026 From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine. — Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026 Conviction is one of the most admired leadership qualities. — Jody Michael, Forbes.com, 18 Feb. 2026 Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long. — ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026 On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Porto’s Victor Froholdt was also greatly admired, but a deal was not feasible. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 In her caption, Ashley continued to share how much her late mother admired Parton. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 Beyond her music, these fans admired her philanthropy, from the Imagination Library program that distributes books to children around the world to her US$1 million donation that helped fund COVID-19 vaccine research. — Sarah Dees, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 Curry admired the Guinness drawing rooms with their endless pockets of seating and tables spilling over with flowers from the gardens. — Irene Borger, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 Our thoughts are with Dolly's family, friends, and all those around the world who loved and admired her. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Often cast in adventurous roles, he was much admired for his elegant bearing. — Daria Egidi, Vanity Fair, 23 Aug. 2026 Rukeyser admired Woolf and mentored young Black writers, including Alice Walker, so the connections between Rukeyser, Woolf, and Solomon are rich. — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026 The result is a category where scientific performance and consumer experience have evolved in tandem, making Korean sunscreens among the most admired in the world. — Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
  1. appreciated
  2. respected
  3. revered
  4. regarded
  5. loved
  6. esteemed
  7. cherished
  8. beloved
Adjective
  • The second was social recognition, the feeling that positive behavior is noticed, appreciated and encouraged by parents, teachers, coaches or neighbors.
    — Jonathan Wright, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Cashing out a highly appreciated home can trigger a Medicare surcharge known as IRMAA, meaning a large capital gain from a home sale can push up monthly Medicare premiums up hundreds of dollars.
    — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of appreciated
Verb
  • The period is respected but never allowed to become stiff or artificial.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The legacy of the brand is respected while remaining completely relevant today.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of respected
Adjective
  • With a career spanning more than 60 years, Parton has been one of country music’s leading lights, one of the genre’s most revered and prolific songwriters.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026
  • As the most honored and revered female country singer-songwriter of all time, Dolly Parton has influenced music beyond her own genre.
    — Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of revered
Verb
  • For fans of the older Metal Gear games, Ghost Babel was a huge deal and is rightly regarded as one of the best games in the series and most certainly an underappreciated one.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Widely regarded as an elite play-caller, Sarkisian has yet to deliver in the biggest moments.
    — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of regarded
Adjective
  • Our hearts are with Carla’s family and loved ones during this devastating time.
    — Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
  • An environmental consultant, Sorensen, 60, was deeply spiritual — conscious of and connected to the Earth, and her loved ones, in many ways.
    — Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of loved
Adjective
  • Glaser Weil attorney and senior partner Roger Howard, the esteemed Hollywood corporate, real estate and mergers and acquisitions lawyer, died August 29 after a battle with cancer.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Probitas blends rum from two esteemed distilleries—two-year-old pot still rum from Foursquare in Barbados, and un-aged pot and column still rum from Hampden Estate in Jamaica (there’s actually a bit of a gold tinge to this white rum).
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of esteemed
Adjective
  • The cherished cult classic from 1985 is an ideal showcase for Curry’s impeccable physical humor and timing.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2026
  • With the gym restored, Gallatin Shalom Zone plans to double enrollment in its youth programs and introduce new sports leagues to keep children active and engaged year-round, while also preserving a cherished local landmark.
    — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of cherished
Adjective
  • The rollout that led up to it offers a useful case study in how to reintroduce a dormant but beloved act without leaning on nostalgia alone.
    — Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The crowd stood and shared in the moving moment, bidding a beloved star farewell.
    — Chris Parton, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of beloved

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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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