FAIR-HAIRED Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

fair-haired

adjective

ˈfer-ˈherd

Definition of fair-haired

as in beloved

granted special treatment or attention she had been the teacher's fair-haired pupil—the one who could do no wrong

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Recent Examples of fair-haired Shnaider’s parents were concerned that the fair-haired daughter would get sunburned on the courts, but caps and visors reportedly obstructed her view. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 June 2026 The proud Westeros family of dragonlords have always been intent on making things bend to their (fair-haired, dragon-loving) will, even when the chips were down. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 27 Apr. 2026 Amanda was feline and fair-haired; Emerald had the large eyes, thick black eyebrows, and neotenous features of an anime hero. — Robert Moor, New Yorker, 2 Mar. 2026 Unlike the legend in Shakespeare’s Hamlet — whose rejection by the Prince of Denmark sparks her unraveling — this fair-haired singing socialite will not be losing the plot. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025 Initially, instrumental music is playing, but once the band dies down, a fair-haired youth starts singing, countertenor-like. — Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 27 July 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fair-haired

Adjective

For something slower and more sceney, Bardot-era Le Club 55 remains one of the most beloved lunches on the peninsula and is often visited by the Hollywood crowd.

— Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Anixter, Wrigleyville’s beloved ‘Pink Hat Guy,’ died Tuesday night from complications with surgery, according to his family.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of beloved

Adjective

Someone shoots themselves — not once, but three times in the face — and then this same sturdy character somehow has a long make-out session with a loved one.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026
The freebie comes after Swift and Kelce tied the knot at Madison Square Garden on July 3 in front of loved ones, friends, celebrities, athletes and business moguls.

— Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 6 July 2026

Definition of loved

Adjective

And about month after he was taken, federal immigration agents swarmed Charlotte and the very neighborhood that held Omar’s cherished memories.

— Julia Coin Updated July 2, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
For many years, Kirby compiled annual cookbooks featuring the group's favorite recipes from that year, creating a collection that chronicles both memorable meals and cherished friendships.

— Christina Daves, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

Definition of cherished

Adjective

Founded in 2000, APMEX (American Precious Metals Exchange) is one of the largest online retailers of precious metals in the United States and the world.

— Jamela Adam, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Argentina fans certainly owned the pre-game festivities, with the white-and-sky-blue jerseys dominating the parking lots, concession booths and precious corners of shade outside Hard Rock Stadium on Friday.

— Matias Ocner, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

Definition of precious

Adjective

Made out of 80 percent cotton, these pants will feel like your favorite pair of sweats—all while looking like one of the most fashion-forward people on your flight.

— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
The hot dogs can also be ordered sans caviar and with any standard toppings — Messina suggests his favorite combo of sauerkraut and mustard — but going big is part of the appeal.

— Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of favorite

Adjective

But even if you’re tempted to drown your chicken in the sweet and savory cranberry barbecue sauce, try to hold a little back.

— Justin Brown, AJC.com, 12 July 2026
For the grand opening in Eagle the store offered sweet cream, chocolate, pistachio, strawberry, wild berry and frozen lemonade.

— Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 11 July 2026

Definition of sweet

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