as in admired
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as in loved
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
an attentive, solicitous husband who clearly adores his wife
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2
as in worshipped
to love or admire too much
adores her older sister so much that she cannot see her considerable faults
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as in venerated
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power
the Roman soldier was beheaded for adoring the Christian god
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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
I adore those earrings—wherever did you get them?
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Recent Examples of adored
Stephen Wilder, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
In the 1980s, an Austrian businessman fell in love with Krating Daeng, a bottled drink adored in Thailand for helping workers stay alert.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2026
By all accounts, the Beales adored both the film and their depiction in it.
—Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 23 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he's received.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Verb
Stray cats that live outside of Landrum Academic Center and are welcomed, fed and adored by students and staff.
—Stephen Wilder, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 2 Mar. 2026
In the 1980s, an Austrian businessman fell in love with Krating Daeng, a bottled drink adored in Thailand for helping workers stay alert.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 25 Feb. 2026
By all accounts, the Beales adored both the film and their depiction in it.
—Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 25 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 23 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he's received.
—Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
Adjective
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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
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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,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Requiring no special pan, this festive cake is loved by both kids and adults.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Preston loved music, his grandmother said, particularly gospel and rap.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At Karmel Mall’s prayer hall, where hundreds worshiped daily, congregations were less than half their usual size, Sabri said.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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One moment they’re worshiped on social media; the next, they’re scorched.—
Kevin Sherrington
Feb. 4,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In ancient Greece certain mortals who had achieved kleos (glory or fame) in life were venerated in death.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
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His mother, Sonia Sorel, was an actress and artist, and his father, John Carradine, was a prolific and venerated character actor.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Giving families with lower incomes the same array of schooling options enjoyed by upper-income families is only fair.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
3 Mar. 2026
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But, minus sets, costumes and props, opera fans have enjoyed audio-only broadcasts and recordings for decades.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But feeling appreciated for kind gestures and hoping that invitations will be reciprocated is not a new, unusual or irrational problem.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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The Teresa jeans deliver an on-trend silhouette that’s tailored yet wide-leg, plus a subtle—but appreciated—lifting and smoothing effect that wins shoppers over again and again.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Under his statement, Traut posted screenshots of five posts that Harbert had reposted or liked from his Facebook.—
Andrea Klick,
Oc Register,
3 Mar. 2026
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Askinaski is well liked by many in ad-buying circles, but lacks experience at a mainstream media conglomerate.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The Cast Paints a Picture Several former SNL cast members weigh in during the trailer, and their comments sketch a portrait of a boss who is equal parts revered and inscrutable.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Mar. 2026
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Supporters group The Rose City Riveters are revered around the world for their effervescent support, tifos and loyalty in the stadium’s North End.—
Theo Lloyd-Hughes,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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