LIKED Synonyms: 154 Similar and Opposite Words

liked 1 of 2

adjective

as in wanted

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liked

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verb

past tense of like

as in enjoyed

to wish to have I'd like another slice of pizza, but I've already eaten more than I should have

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as in preferred

to show partiality toward I like romantic comedies more than action movies

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as in loved

to take pleasure in an adventuresome young woman who likes skydiving

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as in pleased

to see fit feel free to order whatever you like from the menu

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Recent Examples of liked

Verb

On the other side is Gadi Eisenkot, a centrist former military chief who is temperate and broadly liked but lacks the political instincts to become a clear favorite. — Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2026 Restless and frustrated fans, many of whom never liked the hiring of football coach Sonny Dykes to replace Gary Patterson in the first place, would prefer the school start the process of looking for a new head coach five minutes ago. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026 At that moment, many investors were relieved to avoid a costly bidding war and liked the hefty breakup fee. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026 Fernández liked more of that defense than the result suggested. — C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 21 Oct. 2026 Some wagged their tails as people approached, licked their hands and even liked to be petted. — Alida De Flamingh, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2026 Terry Kay liked to tell the story of how he was coerced into writing his first novel by Pat Conroy, who told his literary agent Kay had written a brilliant manuscript. — Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 18 Oct. 2026 And while the bye comes a bit earlier than many would’ve liked, the Dolphins are 0-5. — Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026 Ruso liked to stand up on his hind paws to hug people using his front paws, Reyes said. — Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for liked

Adjective

In The Beekeeper 2, Clay is a wanted man pulled back into the fight when the Beekeeper organization goes rogue and sets its sights on controlling the government.

— Glenn Garner, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026
After cops released a wanted poster Wednesday calling Carrasco armed and dangerous and asked the public’s help locating him, an acquaintance turned up at the 49th Precinct stationhouse, police sources said.

— Theodore Parisienne, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of wanted

Verb

Areas away from Chesapeake Bay have enjoyed abundant sunshine Thursday with a refreshing breeze and highs around 70°.

— Steven Sosna, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
His youthful face belies his ability to play in one of the most demanding positions on the field, defensive midfield, a spot usually reserved for senior professionals who’ve enjoyed decades of experience.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of enjoyed

Verb

The same report cites a shopper who ran a blind taste test of Aldi’s L’oven bagels against Thomas’ bagels and preferred the Aldi version.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
The Allrecipes report cites a shopper who ran a blind taste test between Aldi’s L’oven bagels and Thomas’ bagels, and preferred the Aldi version.

— Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of preferred

Verb

Here’s your insider rundown on what the inspectors loved at Charlotte’s newest spots in the Michelin Guide — and how to actually get in the door.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
But Seville must not only be loved, it also must be protected from the onslaught of mass tourism.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of loved

Verb

After a multi-year hiatus from the show, Burgess pleased the judges with her first routine with Cameron.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 15 Sep. 2026
The manner in which Marcos Llorente’s opener for Atletico transpired would not have pleased Andoni Iraola, even if the Spaniard needs time for his team to understand his out-of-possession demands.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleased

Adjective

The rise of affordable alternatives flips part of that playbook by celebrating the hunt itself, aka the ability to track down desirable products for less.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026
Others cite potential sharp shifts in drug use behaviors, such as people stopping opioid use because the supply became less desirable through lacing with sedatives such as xylazine and medetomidine.

— J. Travis Donahoe, STAT, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of desirable

Verb

Know More The Senate race is absolutely everywhere in Iowa, which is also home to three competitive House races and a governor’s race (Democrat Rob Sand is now favored to defeat Republican Zach Lahn).

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
The false polling data from Wedgewood Polls consistently favored Democrats, particularly progressive candidates.

— Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 22 Oct. 2026