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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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 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

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Rukeyser admired Woolf and mentored young Black writers, including Alice Walker, so the connections between Rukeyser, Woolf, and Solomon are rich. — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026 The result is a category where scientific performance and consumer experience have evolved in tandem, making Korean sunscreens among the most admired in the world. — Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Brighton and Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba is admired and has been mentioned internally. — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 Odysseus was admired and revered as a great warrior but more importantly, a great leader. — Wisdom Iheanyichukwu, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026 These Harry Bertoia stools spotted on 1stDibs are the type of seats that can be dressed up or down—or left alone to be adequately admired. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026 As viewers followed the transformation of her Sicilian beach house on TikTok and Instagram, many admired the dramatic before-and-after moments taking shape on screen. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 This, too, was a kind of misapprehension, in that his boss admired him for being so upbeat despite living in such a family when in fact Shigejiro had no individuality at all. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 The album takes its title from a John Updike book Rouse had long admired, a fitting name for a record that finds beauty in ordinary moments and passing strangers. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired

Adjective

The second was social recognition, the feeling that positive behavior is noticed, appreciated and encouraged by parents, teachers, coaches or neighbors.

— Jonathan Wright, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026
Cashing out a highly appreciated home can trigger a Medicare surcharge known as IRMAA, meaning a large capital gain from a home sale can push up monthly Medicare premiums up hundreds of dollars.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of appreciated

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Once England’s record goalscorer, Lineker was a revered national icon and went on to become a top broadcaster at the helm of the BBC’s weekly top division highlights show Match of the Day for 26 years after retiring.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
Hurzeler is reflecting on two conversations in recent months with one of football’s most revered managers during an exclusive interview with The Athletic, as the German prepares for a third season working in the Premier League.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of revered

Verb

Keith was regarded as a true legend in the genre, and nonstop streams of many of his most popular tunes have helped the superstar posthumously hold on to a handful of Billboard charts, week after week after week.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Analysis Joveljic is regarded as one of the best finishers in MLS, and the Sounders desperately need finishing ability.

— Tom Bogert, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of regarded

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After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.

— Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
No details about the funeral service have yet been released, though TMZ reported that her family is planning a small ceremony in Nashville for her closest family and loved ones.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of loved

Adjective

My hope is that this esteemed office will one day be inhabited by someone who respects democratic norms and is not a clear and present danger to democracy.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Such esteemed material and craftsmanship could make plastic cocktail glasses look crystal, and Montezuma taste like Clase Azul.

— Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of esteemed

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Archwell Productions partnered with Beautiful Stories and AJNA Films on the doc about one of America’s most cherished rituals, Girl Scout Cookie season.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
His return ensures continuity for fans of the annual tournament and allows Ravech to maintain a cherished assignment despite significant professional changes.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of cherished

Adjective

Damage to the remains could complicate evidence The discovery of human remains that set off a firestorm of questions about a possible link to Guthrie developed during an agonizing, monthslong search for the beloved mother.

— Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
In true Richards’ fashion, of course, Kyle transfers her distress into throwing yet another one of her overwrought white parties, whose guest list is filled with a caravan of beloved names in the Bravo-verse.

— Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026

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