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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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
Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
There are few sights as unanimously adored as a sunset.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 25 May 2026
Mamdani also opened up on his love of Arsenal, which then led Infantino to make a FaceTime call to FIFA employee Wenger, whose Arsenal teams the mayor adored as a child.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 21 May 2026
Before long, he is totally shunned from the scene that once adored him.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Investing in a luggage set is one of the best ways to cover your bases and prepare for whatever your upcoming travels require, but this duo from Rockland is especially worth the $45 price tag since it’s adored by travel experts.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
This woodland wildflower is adored for its unique blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Khedarrion loved helping his family and adored his principal.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Now, Bolles is adored by Broncos Country because of his ability, loyalty and toughness.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Verb
And everyone adored the lead actor, Bill Paxton, who liked to toss a football with Wakita kids between shoots.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
There are few sights as unanimously adored as a sunset.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 25 May 2026
Mamdani also opened up on his love of Arsenal, which then led Infantino to make a FaceTime call to FIFA employee Wenger, whose Arsenal teams the mayor adored as a child.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 21 May 2026
Before long, he is totally shunned from the scene that once adored him.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 17 May 2026
Investing in a luggage set is one of the best ways to cover your bases and prepare for whatever your upcoming travels require, but this duo from Rockland is especially worth the $45 price tag since it’s adored by travel experts.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
This woodland wildflower is adored for its unique blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
Khedarrion loved helping his family and adored his principal.
—Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Now, Bolles is adored by Broncos Country because of his ability, loyalty and toughness.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
Adjective
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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
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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
Verb
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Anyone who knew Berry loved him.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Click through to see if your favorite skin, hair, makeup, and body products were voted most-loved in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
29 May 2026
Verb
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For decades your homepage was the front door, and brands worshipped Google to be found.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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Those critics referenced the golden calf idol worshipped by the Israelites before Moses returned from Mount Sinai with the Ten Commandments in the Book of Exodus.—
Joseph Konig,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
Verb
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The backstory The Ritz-Carlton Maldives opening is bittersweet for followers of Kerry Hill, the late, venerated Australian architect responsible for some of the most legendary hotels in the last quarter-century (including several Aman properties and The Datai Langkawi).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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And the qualities that once stigmatized the sport are now venerated by the White House.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
28 May 2026
Verb
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They are best enjoyed from Premium rooms on higher floors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Luka Vuskovic enjoyed an impressive season on loan with Hamburg and caught the attention of clubs across Europe.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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While modern-day hosts don’t explicitly expect guests to bring a gift, it's still largely considered a polite and appreciated gesture.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
1 June 2026
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The Red Sea is one of the planet’s most extraordinary—and extraordinarily under-appreciated— marine ecosystems.—
Lauren Keith,
Robb Report,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Jonathan liked to drop in on patients, ask how things were going.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Mabe Fratti and Bill Orcutt’s collaboration didn’t begin colorfully or dramatically; Fratti just liked Orcutt and said so publicly, prompting Orcutt to reach out, which resulted in their working—remotely, mostly—on a series of pieces.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
2 June 2026
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Widely regarded as one of California’s most important architects, Bernard Maybeck is revered for his rich designs ranging from bohemian clubhouses and woodland residences.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Radio stars of the era were as revered as modern movie stars, so money-making opportunities were plenty.—
Jonathan Rowe,
SPIN,
1 June 2026
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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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