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past tense of adore
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adjective

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Recent Examples of adored
Adjective
Her Norma’s eager desire to entertain and be adored, in stark contrast to the modern-noir staging, becomes a clear sign of her derangement. Oussama Zahr, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025 These convolutions come across as brand management to the point of wish fulfillment; did a Fleischer Studios executive give the note that under no circumstances must the musical imply that Betty Boop is anything else than universally adored? Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025 Although Cattlemen’s was founded to satisfy its namesake population, it’s adored by Oklahomans of all kinds—not to mention visitors from across the country, including musicians, actors, and even Presidents. Katie Akin, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025 When this New Yorkie broke onto the scene, baby I was adored. Michael Schneider, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025 In a pivotal scene, there’s a chance that Chris' adored wife, Charlene, played by Ashley Judd, might be ready to give him up to the cops. Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 2 Apr. 2025 Those who have been coming long enough say there is a certain smell that only an old bowling alley has — a peculiar but adored aroma from another generation. Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 30 Mar. 2025 This woodland wildflower is adored for its unique blooms. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025 The vibrant flowers are adored by butterflies and other pollinators and last for several weeks in the garden. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
Verb
  • But that was not the case at Leicester last season, when Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall enjoyed a career-best campaign while wingers Abdul Fatawu and Stephy Mavididi registered 19 and 18 goal involvements respectively in the Championship.
    Liam Twomey, The Athletic, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Once opened, coffee loses flavor after two weeks and is best enjoyed within six months.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Mar. 2025
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  • Ceaseless in his service, unbending in his dignity, and revered for his commitment to our common humanity.
    Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 29 Dec. 2024
  • At 31, the World Cup winner is still revered as one of the last great number tens of his generation.
    David Ferrini, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The travel centers, which are often as big as football fields, are beloved for their pristine bathrooms, competitive fuel prices and the permanently grinning beaver mascot with the thousand-yard stare.
    Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 11 July 2025
  • This panel brings together beloved Hallmark stars for a celebration of feel-good fandom.
    Adam B. Vary, Variety, 11 July 2025
Adjective
  • Thank you to the esteemed Academy for today’s nomination.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 15 July 2025
  • Despite serious damage to the home, a portrait of the esteemed writer remained affixed to the wall.
    Jillian Frankel, People.com, 15 July 2025

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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.

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