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
Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
While many hotels across New Orleans feel like they were made for the bachelor/bachelorette party crew, Hotel Saint Vincent is adored by locals.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Plants flower for about four weeks beginning in early fall, covering the ground in rich, rosy-pink blooms adored by pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
He was so adored, in fact, that Levinson kept him on after his character was originally meant to die at the end of season 1.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
While Hollywood vampires—especially those in the Twilight series—have a devoted fan base, real-life bloodsuckers aren’t so adored.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Not only do the below finds have my stamp of approval, but they’re also adored by shoppers.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Jets could always re-sign Tyrod Taylor, who is adored by many within the organization.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 28 Apr. 2026
More than anything, in the halo headpieces that are her signature accessory, Mary recalls a medieval religious icon, the Holy Virgin as fictional diva, touching down on stages in major markets to be adored by seas of light-waving supplicants.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026
Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
While many hotels across New Orleans feel like they were made for the bachelor/bachelorette party crew, Hotel Saint Vincent is adored by locals.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026
Plants flower for about four weeks beginning in early fall, covering the ground in rich, rosy-pink blooms adored by pollinators.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
He was so adored, in fact, that Levinson kept him on after his character was originally meant to die at the end of season 1.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 12 Apr. 2026
While Hollywood vampires—especially those in the Twilight series—have a devoted fan base, real-life bloodsuckers aren’t so adored.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Not only do the below finds have my stamp of approval, but they’re also adored by shoppers.
—Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
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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
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Spirit Airlines was the budget-friendly carrier America loved to hate.—
Dalila Muata,
NBC news,
9 May 2026
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While the late Irish businessman Ivor Fitzpatrick, who owned the yacht for the past few years, had loved owning it, his widow, Susan, has lowered the price with the goal of moving it more quickly.—
Michael Ballaban,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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As journalist Margot Adler has shown, some neo-pagans believe that ancient societies that worshipped mother deities were more peaceful than cultures with patriarchal religious traditions.—
Marie-Claire Beaulieu,
The Conversation,
5 May 2026
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The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976, and in 1977, the state built an obelisk on the church’s grounds to honor Benjamin Banneker, a naturalist and mathematician who reportedly worshipped at the church during the early 1800s.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
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In that vein, there has recently been considerable attention paid to Hasan Piker, the controversial influencer whom progressives have venerated yet whose extremism and anti-American tirades worry moderates — and give Republicans ammunition.—
Douglas E. Schoen,
Washington Post,
1 Apr. 2026
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There, at the present-day Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a bishop held up the cross for several hours as the faithful venerated it.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Everything can be enjoyed in the garden.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Apr. 2026
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That litigation is occurring as plaintiffs have enjoyed success suing social media companies over addictive app designs.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These Loeffler Randall heeled sandals are comfortable, and provide some much-appreciated height.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
4 May 2026
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Karren is also very highly appreciated in the Premier League leadership community and was an excellent representative of our club there.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
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Schindler liked the way the Knights were able to play strong in those setbacks.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Emerson never much liked Hawthorne’s fiction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Argentine director is revered at home and abroad — and even took a meeting with Marvel.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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While The Jackson 5 were revered as pop sensations, their off-screen life started in a humble Indiana bungalow.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
4 May 2026
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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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