Synonyms of admired

admired 1 of 2

adjective

as in appreciated

Related Words

• appreciated
• revered
• loved
• adored
• esteemed
• cherished
• relished
• beloved
• favored
• treasured
• special
• favorite
• pet
• prized
• dear
• fond
• precious
• darling
• preferred
• fair-haired
• white-headed
• sweet

Dissimilar Words

• disliked
• despised
• hated
• detested
• ignored
• loathed
• abhorred
• forgotten
• disfavored
• abandoned
• disdained
• unbeloved
• alienated
• execrated
• abominated
• unfavorite
• estranged

admired

2 of 2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• respected
• regarded
• appreciated
• praised
• loved
• liked
• enjoyed
• commended
• esteemed
• considered
• applauded
• revered
• venerated
• valued
• complimented
• adored
• acclaimed
• approved
• relished
• credited
• reverenced
• favored
• savored
• idolized
• drank (in)
• worshipped
• set store by
• delighted (in)
• fancied
• cherished
• reveled (in)
• treasured
• accredited
• prized
• grooved (on)
• hallowed
• canonized
• adulated
• deified
• dug
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• detested
• loathed
• abhorred
• disliked
• dismissed
• execrated
• abominated
• disapproved
• condemned
• disregarded
• disdained
• deplored
• scorned
• frowned (on or upon)
• discounted
• decried
• vilified
• discountenanced
• disfavored
• kissed off

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of admired

Adjective

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

Scavengers would dig up artifacts like gold coins and porcelain doll heads, and Bayouth admired their aged, archival qualities, a theme that takes shape in her ceramics. — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

McCarthy always admired his brother’s people skills and incredible recall. — Mike Defabo, New York Times, 27 July 2026

That history helps explain why Oodi feels used rather than merely admired. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

The most consequential conversation will be happening inside of the actors branch, the largest voting bloc in the Academy and the one that decides which performances graduate from admired to nominated. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 23 July 2026

When Culp took the helm in 2018, the colossal conglomerate that Jack Welch built into the most valuable and admired enterprise in America teetered on the brink of collapse. — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 23 July 2026

Girls admired his glossy chestnut hair, olive complexion, and large brown eyes. — Min Jin Lee, New Yorker, 19 July 2026

There are literally hundreds more movie retro theaters and drive-ins to be admired in her book. — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2026

The white-on-white fantasy of the Starck years has given way to creams, corals, warm woods, and sculptural furniture that feels made to be used, not admired from across the room. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026