as in admired
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1
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
Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
Critics adored the camaraderie between the cast as well as the realistic, relatable storylines — and for good reason.
—Will Harris, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
That’s a hole in the local brewing scene and Rancho’s adored Barrel District, to be sure, but likewise a bittersweet adieu to the makeshift music venue that owner and brewer Brian Palmer had curated there.
—Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026
AirEssentials Wide-leg Pant There’s a reason the AirEssentials Wide-leg Pants are adored by Oprah.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
The Na’vi are still adored in the Middle Kingdom, and that opening day in China would rep the third-highest for a MPA title behind Zootopia 2 and Fast X.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2025
Williams and Harrison are both larger than life characters who can make people bristle, but also garner utter devotion from staunchly loyal fanbases; they are hated, adored, but never ignored.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 15 Dec. 2025
She is much adored by a young man named Alain, who is as secretive and reserved as his cat.
—Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
The show chugged along nonetheless, gradually attracting fans who adored its stark cinematography and weirdo colloquialisms.
—Claire McNear, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
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In fact, Presley adored the song and yearned to record it.
—Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 6 Jan. 2026
Critics adored the camaraderie between the cast as well as the realistic, relatable storylines — and for good reason.
—Will Harris, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
That’s a hole in the local brewing scene and Rancho’s adored Barrel District, to be sure, but likewise a bittersweet adieu to the makeshift music venue that owner and brewer Brian Palmer had curated there.
—Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 2 Jan. 2026
AirEssentials Wide-leg Pant There’s a reason the AirEssentials Wide-leg Pants are adored by Oprah.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
The Na’vi are still adored in the Middle Kingdom, and that opening day in China would rep the third-highest for a MPA title behind Zootopia 2 and Fast X.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 19 Dec. 2025
Williams and Harrison are both larger than life characters who can make people bristle, but also garner utter devotion from staunchly loyal fanbases; they are hated, adored, but never ignored.
—Thomas Smith, Billboard, 15 Dec. 2025
She is much adored by a young man named Alain, who is as secretive and reserved as his cat.
—Literary Hub, 9 Dec. 2025
The show chugged along nonetheless, gradually attracting fans who adored its stark cinematography and weirdo colloquialisms.
—Claire McNear, Rolling Stone, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
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The Bears coach loved every second of Jackson’s trap block, which aided a 9-yard Kyle Monangai run.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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Sea thrift loved to grow around their base in the spring.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
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Irish, Italian, German, and Polish communities each worshipped—in Latin—at their own churches, often within blocks of one another.—
Paul Elie,
New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2026
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As their youngest uncle, Turner’s nieces and nephews worshiped him.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2026
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Yoji shared that venerated director Akira Kurosawa always said that the camera should never be on stage when shooting a kabuki performance, nor move around to get close to the actors.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
3 Nov. 2025
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This is something new in the techno-sphere that for the longest time elevated and venerated the founder/CEO as superstar.—
Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Oct. 2025
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Shapiro has enjoyed robust public approval ratings and carries a reputation as a disciplined messenger and powerhouse fundraiser.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Yates subsequently joined the San Diego Padres and enjoyed the longest sustained success of his career before bouncing to Atlanta, Texas and the Dodgers over the past three seasons.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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And while this nourishing side dish pairs well with practically everything, it’s especially appreciated during holidays.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The funding is well appreciated, officials said, as food banks around the commonwealth see an uptick in interest.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Katya hadn’t liked his plan, Ryan said.—
Jamie Thompson,
The Atlantic,
6 Nov. 2025
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Like me — a reluctant movie guy who never liked racing, and now somehow has three racecars.—
Chris Cardillo,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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Hong Kong — A Chinese coffee chain has apologized and changed its name after state media roasted it for misusing a word revered by the nation’s communist government.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Among those who revered him and were swayed by his counsel in various instances was Manny Machado.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Nov. 2025
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Barbados is a culinary destination to be savored, with cuisine ranging from the ubiquitous fish cutter sandwich to innovative and eco-driven tasting menus.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Dec. 2025
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It is supposed to be savored and enjoyed, not rushed.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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