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
Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His brother admired Zach’s comeback.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was also admired by the American founders.
—Carla Gardina Pestana, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
In the second story, the former Democratic nominee for vice president celebrated the falling stock value of an American company long admired for its innovation and success.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Naturalists have admired them for centuries.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Mar. 2025
Much of Chicago’s rise from provincial Midwestern town to admired international metropolis was the result of strong mayors with both responsibility and accountability for public safety, schools and transportation.
—Forrest Claypool, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Pinto beans and black-eyed peas got the most shoutouts, and Southern brands like Camellia Beans from Louisiana and Luck’s from North Carolina are most admired, of course.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
In fact, Applegate admired everything about her, down to her outfit.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
As the night stretched luxuriously late, champagne glasses were topped off, diamonds admired anew, and petits fours passed to prolong the evening’s magic.
—Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His brother admired Zach’s comeback.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was also admired by the American founders.
—Carla Gardina Pestana, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
In the second story, the former Democratic nominee for vice president celebrated the falling stock value of an American company long admired for its innovation and success.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Naturalists have admired them for centuries.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Mar. 2025
Much of Chicago’s rise from provincial Midwestern town to admired international metropolis was the result of strong mayors with both responsibility and accountability for public safety, schools and transportation.
—Forrest Claypool, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Pinto beans and black-eyed peas got the most shoutouts, and Southern brands like Camellia Beans from Louisiana and Luck’s from North Carolina are most admired, of course.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
In fact, Applegate admired everything about her, down to her outfit.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
Verb
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Today, it is regarded as one of the most collectible modern Patek Philippes.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
26 Dec. 2024
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Beach House is regarded as one of the most popular dream-pop bands.—
Jackson Hawkins,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Having the right indie publisher entrusted with a revered brand is a rare treat.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 Aug. 2025
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For nearly four decades, Megadeth has been one of the most influential and revered bands in the genre.—
Quentin Thane Singer,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Markets like Europe and Asia’s in particular have really appreciated the sports tourer.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
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An adult/older teen home without any other pets would be appreciated.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As a guest star, Colbert is in esteemed company; the series has also welcomed Nathan Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Laurie Metcalf, Mary-Louise Parker, Laura Benanti, Matthew Broderick, and more.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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In 2024, she was honored by SOURCE with the esteemed Jo Walker-Meador Lifetime Achievement Award (Seely was a regular co-host of SOURCE’s annual awards ceremony alongside Brenda Lee).—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The victim’s granddaughter was attending a music festival in Pennsylvania when her mother called with the tragic news of her beloved grandmother’s death.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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The success was driven by nostalgia, curiosity around what happened to the beloved characters, and most of the original actors reprising their roles, with on-set chemistry and camaraderie enriched by time.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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