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

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

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

Verb

The car was purchased brand new in 1983 after Trevino's grandmother spotted it at a dealership and admired it. — Ashley Williams, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Paris is admired worldwide for aesthetic beauty, but the city kept hitting the news for another reason in recent months as record-breaking highs climbed beyond 40 C (104 F) on the roasting streets. — ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026

Stidham has always admired Webb’s obsession with the success of others, from teammates to fellow coaches. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Critics always admired Spike Lee’s 25th Hour for filming at Ground Zero. — Darren Franich, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026

Ross, who was feted as the first Hollywood Trailblazer at the 2025 WWD Style Awards, has long been admired for her fashion. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

Jackson was admired by wealthy British supporters of the Confederacy during the Civil War, including Alexander Beresford-Hope, who spearheaded efforts to raise money in Britain for a statue of the general after his death in May 1863. — Letters To The Editor, Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2026

Trump’s business acumen is also admired among those who aspire to wealth, said Tendai Marima in Foreign Policy. — Harriet Marsden, TheWeek, 4 Sep. 2026

In her caption, Ashley continued to share how much her late mother admired Parton. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026