doted (on)

verb

past tense of dote (on)
as in adored
to love or admire too much doted on her only grandchild

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  1. adored
  2. worshipped
  3. liked
Verb
  • 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
  • Stewart was adored by his collaborators and the public alike.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of adored
Verb
  • At the church north of Detroit, Stevens and fiance Jason Turkish worshipped with Rogers and his wife, Kristi.
    — Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Louella and Hedda were two sides of the same coin, minted in a culture that worshipped celebrity and feared moral chaos.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of worshipped
Verb
  • Altars include photos and things their relatives liked, such as food and drinks.
    — Elena Tittel, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Advertisement In District Nine, meanwhile, Niven asserts that incumbent Democrats were well liked and Republicans failed to produce a competitive candidate.
    — Connor Greene, Time, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of liked
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