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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
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
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
Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 June 2026
But behind the acclaim lies an ongoing challenge in an industry that prioritizes commerce over creativity, which, Lennon says, drew him to the story of artists he’s known and admired for years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Long admired for its beauty as a vining plant, wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)looks beautiful when growing on architectural elements in the garden or around the home.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
Look, who among us hasn’t at some point or another admired some Nazi gear and expressed excitement about getting to kill people?
—Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
An attacker to replace Gordon is a top priority, with Osasuna’s Victor Munoz admired, and Newcastle have also enquired about AIK’s 18-year-old right-winger Zadok Yohanna.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 June 2026
As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
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
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
According to People, the teenager has long admired her mom's red-and-white 1973 Bronco.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 June 2026
But behind the acclaim lies an ongoing challenge in an industry that prioritizes commerce over creativity, which, Lennon says, drew him to the story of artists he’s known and admired for years.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Long admired for its beauty as a vining plant, wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)looks beautiful when growing on architectural elements in the garden or around the home.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 7 June 2026
Look, who among us hasn’t at some point or another admired some Nazi gear and expressed excitement about getting to kill people?
—Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 5 June 2026
An attacker to replace Gordon is a top priority, with Osasuna’s Victor Munoz admired, and Newcastle have also enquired about AIK’s 18-year-old right-winger Zadok Yohanna.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 5 June 2026
As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 June 2026
The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.
—Russ Bynum, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
Larry Larson’s colleagues admired him for his many gifts.
—Jim Farmer, AJC.com, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
Adjective
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Zaire Franklin wasn’t playing and didn’t feel appreciated.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
5 June 2026
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Being fully present is one of the easiest ways to make others feel valued, and your host feel appreciated.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
3 June 2026
Verb
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They’re respected, respected by the people that have to respect them.—
NBC news,
NBC news,
7 June 2026
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The Raos were respected in Oak Grove and elsewhere.—
Thomas Lake,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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On the bench is the revered Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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The documentary, released in 1987, ended up being a display of how difficult the revered Berry could be as well as a tribute to him and his genius.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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With or without Donald, the Rams are regarded as a favorite to win Super Bowl LXI, which will be played in February at SoFi Stadium.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Going into the conference, Tao regarded Lean, software that allows mathematical proofs to be written and checked as computer code, as a complicated program that would take months to learn.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Are there healthy ways to prepare ourselves and our loved ones for the inevitable?—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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Instead, Pagano and Dozier suggest having gentle, boundary-setting conversations that might encourage a loved one to address their hoarding habits.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Wood's work also crossed over into pop culture, as the esteemed author and professor was referenced by Matt Damon's character, Will Hunting, in the 1997 Academy Award-winning film Good Will Hunting.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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Rush’s return for the Fifty Something Tour is their first since esteemed drummer Neil Peart died in 2020 and their first tour, period, since 2015.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Monroe University said McCleod was a cherished member of its basketball team.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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The couples and connections that formed also became beloved by viewers, especially for the reunion of Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, who ultimately won that season.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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Yes, the setting is shockingly similar to those in the beloved HBO comedy series, complete with a midcentury house and plenty of real-life influencers.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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