ADMIRED Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

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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

Both Blackwell’s and Heffers had an admired antiquarian wing, and both became publishers. — Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026 In magazine polls in the years to come, she was often voted the most admired woman in America. — CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 To have seen this admired and beloved figure making his way down his spiritual path, humbly, insistently, happily, was a form of validation. — George Saunders, Vanity Fair, 22 Sep. 2026 Politically savvy, wickedly and playfully witty, and in close touch with humanity’s many facets, Roger Simon was among the most admired newspaper columnists of his generation at a time when that world was rich in that species of wordsmiths. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Sep. 2026 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

Verb

John Rich produced Anderson’s 2007 album Easy Money, and admired the artist. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026 On top of these heat-seeking missiles, the platforms play to humans’ (particularly teens’) need to be accepted and admired by peers. — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026 In game two of the NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers, catcher William Contreras hit a game-tying home run in the bottom of the fifth and, again, admired it and took an extraordinary amount of time to get around the bases. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2026 New life for the Armstrong house Schreiber, who grew up in Dayton, about 60 miles south of Armstrong’s hometown, always admired him for his achievements, modesty and character. — John Seewer, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026 Together, the two then traveled to Santorini, Antiparos, and Athens, making their way through the landscapes Susan had long admired in photographs. — Jenn Sinrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026 Brooks, a pastry chef through and through, had suggested Bread and Salt, a bakery I’d never been to but had admired for years. — Tanya Bush, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Oct. 2026 Analisa Gabriel brought her niece, Gabrielle Diaz, a recent college graduate who has admired the Obamas for years. — Marvin Hurst, CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 Evans admired her fervor, and the two women became fast friends. — Oliver Whang, New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired

Adjective

Artists need to feel appreciated, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is one of the highest levels of appreciation.

— John Kennedy, VIBE.com, 16 Oct. 2026
The chicken was tender, and the tomato sauce added an unnecessary but much-appreciated brightness.

— Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of appreciated

Verb

That said, existing open-source licenses will reportedly be respected, including AI models and academic papers.

— Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026
Another comic, Bill Scheft, says the people who poked fun at Seinfeld still respected his craftsmanship (and were probably a little jealous of his success).

— Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of respected

Adjective

With a career spanning 60 years, James Gibson was a revered Tennessee teacher and sculptor.

— The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 20 Oct. 2026
This time, Zaki was building a character from the life of one of the Arab world’s most revered cultural figures, with decades of history and public memory with which to contend.

— Essie Assibu, Variety, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of revered

Verb

Celebrated as masterpieces today, at the time they were regarded as the unpolished works of a depressed, crazy man and commercially worthless.

— Joan Martelli, Time, 17 Oct. 2026
The signing is regarded among the worst in franchise history, though the Braves have at least saved a sizable chunk of the cash because of his suspensions.

— Gabriel Burns, AJC.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of regarded

Adjective

As investigators search for answers, a restaurant is stepping in to help grieving families and those with loved ones in the hospital.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Friends and loved ones are mourning the man who fell to his death Monday while riding a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.

— Sarah Lynch Baldwin, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of loved

Adjective

Green was a four-time All-Pro member, making the esteemed list as a first-team honoree in 1966 and 1967 and as a second-team player in 1968 and 1969.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
In Inter Alia, Pike plays Crown Court Judge Jessica Parks—esteemed justice, wife, mother, and professional multitasker.

— Sarah Crompton, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of esteemed

Adjective

Atlanta Public Schools extended condolences to Kariem's family, friends and loved ones, describing him as a cherished member of the school and district communities.

— CBS News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
The pair are swept into outdoor adventures and cherished camp traditions, where an unforgettable group of Camp Rangers remind them that success is not always about accomplishments and sparks begin to fly on all levels as things do not go to plan.

— Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of cherished

Adjective

There has been a tremendous amount of recent development in Chelsea, but, ever the story in New York City, as beloved old places close their doors, new favorites emerge.

— The New Yorker, New Yorker, 16 Oct. 2026
Customers will find the usual array of irresistible doughnuts, including DK’s beloved maple bacon bar.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 16 Oct. 2026

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