adulated

verb

past tense of adulate
1
as in adored
to love or admire too much it's ridiculous how she adulates that airheaded rock star

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2
as in applauded
to praise too much a business executive who unwisely surrounds herself with incompetent assistants who spend all their time adulating her

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Recent Examples of adulated Turkey’s TB2s became adulated in Ukraine for striking Russian tanks advancing on Kyiv at the start of that war in early 2022. — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adulated
  1. adored
  2. applauded
  3. worshipped
  4. praised
  5. idolized
  6. congratulated
  7. commended
  8. flattered
Verb
  • Now, 75 years later, the humble yet adored restaurant is finally closing its doors to clear the way for new development.
    — Connie Ogle, Sun Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The two shared a friendship adored by fans, often seen greeting each other with an affectionate kiss on the lips whether on TV programs or on the red carpet.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of adored
Verb
  • Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly, however, applauded the state's highest court.
    — Ashley Paul, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Brooks not only did it in the middle of his set, but even gave everyone time to get applauded by the crowd.
    — Rashad Alexander November 7, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of applauded
Verb
  • Pantone, a universal system for accurately specifying colors, and worshipped by designers and printers around the world, sells a straightforward ruler ($29).
    — Nicholas Blechman, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Stevie Wonder wanted to talk with me, the little boy who worshipped his music straight into adulthood?
    — Kevin Powell, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of worshipped
Verb
  • In the lengthy, heartfelt message, Jovovich praised Ever’s resourcefulness, strength, and perseverance.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald praised his quarterback’s toughness.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of praised
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  • Alanis Morissette idolized John Ritter for his work on Three’s Company.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Upon investigation, police found posts the shooter made in an online community where young people involved in school shootings are idolized.
    — Chad de Guzman, Time, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of idolized
Verb
  • While most comments congratulated the couple, some couldn't help but chime in from a football perspective.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Instead, the union congratulated the mayor-elect and said its president, Ricky Mendoza, had reached out to establish a dialogue with her.
    — Teresa Liu, Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of congratulated
Verb
  • Dana Kamilar, Florida regional director of outreach for StandWithUs, commended the Miami community for its steadfast support of Israel and the Jewish people.
    — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026
  • As a presenter, Chicago actress LisaRaye McCoy commended Louis for bringing the iconic awards show back to Chicago.
    — Mark P. Braboy, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of commended
Verb
  • The numbers were flattered by roughly $20 million in sales attributed to earlier-than-expected wholesale shipments, including $15 million of Michael Kors sales and $5 million of Jimmy Choo’s take.
    — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Making casual clothes look luxurious was hardly new, but Cucinelli did it in a way that flattered changing body shapes while establishing an instantly recognizable aesthetic.
    — Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of flattered

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“Adulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adulated. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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