FAIR-HAIRED Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

fair-haired

adjective

ˈfer-ˈherd

Definition of fair-haired

as in beloved

granted special treatment or attention she had been the teacher's fair-haired pupil—the one who could do no wrong

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Recent Examples of fair-haired Shnaider’s parents were concerned that the fair-haired daughter would get sunburned on the courts, but caps and visors reportedly obstructed her view. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 June 2026 The proud Westeros family of dragonlords have always been intent on making things bend to their (fair-haired, dragon-loving) will, even when the chips were down. — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 27 Apr. 2026 Unlike the legend in Shakespeare’s Hamlet — whose rejection by the Prince of Denmark sparks her unraveling — this fair-haired singing socialite will not be losing the plot. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025 Initially, instrumental music is playing, but once the band dies down, a fair-haired youth starts singing, countertenor-like. — Angelica Frey, JSTOR Daily, 27 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fair-haired

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Adjective

DeLeo and her family were spending Saturday at home preparing for their nephew’s 4th birthday party, one day before they were supposed to drive to Uniontown for the funeral of their beloved aunt, when the alert about the fire came.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
The beloved comfort shoe has become a styling staple for those who know that the coolest looks are often the ones that feel effortless.

— Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of beloved

Adjective

The Dallas Police Department says a teenager and a young girl who went missing early Wednesday have now been safely located and are being reunited with loved ones.

— Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Others utilize programs for hospice care to look after loved ones, or small-business loans to open a new storefront or hire a new employee.

— JD Vance, Washington Post, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of loved

Adjective

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Archwell Productions partnered with Beautiful Stories and AJNA Films on the doc about one of America’s most cherished rituals, Girl Scout Cookie season.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2026
His return ensures continuity for fans of the annual tournament and allows Ravech to maintain a cherished assignment despite significant professional changes.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of cherished

Adjective

Searching for an affordable alternative, Azature ran a simple search for black precious stones.

— Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
For centuries, India’s rulers treasured these precious stones, decorating their palaces, thrones, and crowns with them, and wearing them in lavish displays of wealth and opulence.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of precious

Adjective

The smoothing and plumping fan-favorite masks have (literally) uplifted me on groggy mornings, amid grueling hangovers, and during spa nights with my best friends.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
The bold rose perfume is a cult classic and a favorite among Vogue editors, and pop star legends like Madonna.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of favorite

Adjective

This darling 1950s fishing cottage is just a couple minute’s stroll from Hither Hills beach in Montauk.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
The actress, 43, has been sporting a darling natural manicure during her press tour for The Odyssey, and her manicurist Mo Qin gave PEOPLE the scoop on her red carpet look.

— Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026

Definition of darling

Adjective

Those in the know noticed an especially sentimental aspect to her appearance this weekend, as the Princess wore jewelry that nodded to those dearest to her heart.

— Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 2 Aug. 2026
Women were burning their bras, Black people were marching for their rights and teenagers across the world were explicitly rejecting the values that their parents held so dear.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 July 2026

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