as in cherished
granted special treatment or attention
her grandparents' constant doting made her feel especially loved
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as in valued
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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as in adored
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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as in caressed
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the baby responded to my caresses and kisses by loving me right back
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Recent Examples of loved
Usa Today, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Nab the blanket on sale to wrap up in all season long or get a head start on holiday shopping and gift it to a loved one.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
That high number of deaths has prompted public scrutiny, including by those who have lost loved ones from chases.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
His column captures his mom's spirit and the pain of losing a loved one.
—Joe Mutascio, IndyStar, 3 Oct. 2025
One parent tester’s 2 ½-year-old loved playing with the picnic basket while her 6-month-old had a ball with the easy-to-grasp fruits and veggies.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
At eBay’s secondhand runway shows in New York and London, models wore pre-loved designer pieces that guests could shop live.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
Learn how to create and embellish your own handmade photo frame, to reflect the journeys of a loved one.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
And though all that is paired with expansive ceilings, towering pillars, and New York City skyline frescos, the space is rather cozy, an ideal place to take a loved one for a spot of tea.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
At three, my eldest son loved this drawing.
—Seamus Sullivan
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Manual Removal of Grass from Flower Beds My uncle, RD Hodges, a North Carolina State Extension Agent, loved to tell homeowners to use the Santa Claus method to remove grass from flower beds—Hoe, Hoe, Hoe.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
All throughout the off-season, there were talks about how much the organization loved Dart.
—Mark Kern, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Escondido was not remotely a hotbed for the music Cavassa loved.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2025
The Royals still loved his desire to win and willingness to battle through adverse situations.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Behind the arrogant exterior, though, lies a caring, emotional boy eager to be loved and with a secret that’s haunting him.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 22 Sep. 2025
Neighbors and park visitors loved it.
—Molly Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Feeling disconnected from a loved one?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
Nab the blanket on sale to wrap up in all season long or get a head start on holiday shopping and gift it to a loved one.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
That high number of deaths has prompted public scrutiny, including by those who have lost loved ones from chases.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025
His column captures his mom's spirit and the pain of losing a loved one.
—Joe Mutascio, IndyStar, 3 Oct. 2025
One parent tester’s 2 ½-year-old loved playing with the picnic basket while her 6-month-old had a ball with the easy-to-grasp fruits and veggies.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
At eBay’s secondhand runway shows in New York and London, models wore pre-loved designer pieces that guests could shop live.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2025
Learn how to create and embellish your own handmade photo frame, to reflect the journeys of a loved one.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
And though all that is paired with expansive ceilings, towering pillars, and New York City skyline frescos, the space is rather cozy, an ideal place to take a loved one for a spot of tea.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Tim loved math, the outdoors, and building electronics with transistors.
—Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025
At three, my eldest son loved this drawing.
—Seamus Sullivan
september 29, Literary Hub, 29 Sep. 2025
Manual Removal of Grass from Flower Beds My uncle, RD Hodges, a North Carolina State Extension Agent, loved to tell homeowners to use the Santa Claus method to remove grass from flower beds—Hoe, Hoe, Hoe.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 28 Sep. 2025
All throughout the off-season, there were talks about how much the organization loved Dart.
—Mark Kern, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Sep. 2025
Escondido was not remotely a hotbed for the music Cavassa loved.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Sep. 2025
The Royals still loved his desire to win and willingness to battle through adverse situations.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Behind the arrogant exterior, though, lies a caring, emotional boy eager to be loved and with a secret that’s haunting him.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 22 Sep. 2025
Neighbors and park visitors loved it.
—Molly Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loved
Adjective
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Usually this occurs in late summer or early fall, and the potluck-style event is a cherished tradition.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Rahm holed the shot with precious little green to work with to take a lead in the match that the Spaniard and his cherished partner, Tyrrell Hatton, never relinquished.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Records of boxwood plantings date back to the 1700s, and Ohio nurseries' boxwood inventory is valued at over $200 million, the blog reports, citing the Ohio Department of Agriculture.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Intel had always championed its democratic ways, where employees were expected to reach out directly to senior leadership with ideas, and their input was valued, said ex-employees.—
Lila MacLellan,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Besides the delicious sandwiches, the mango and papaya parfait was particularly delightful and light, and the chocolate cake came adored with a pink butterfly.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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Winters remembers Floyd-Pruitt as a person who was universally adored.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Detroit automakers have enjoyed some notable EV wins in pickups (F-150 and Silverado) and SUVs (Equinox and Mustang Mach EV).—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Trump has enjoyed warm relations with the leaders of Qatar and Turkey, having hosted both recently in the White House.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In one photo, the couple posed on the beach while Wyatt caressed her growing baby bump.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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In photos the pop superstar shared, Kelce could be seen down on one knee as Swift caressed his face during the intimate moment.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This means the earthly remains of the beloved saint will bring thousands of visitors to honor the saint's life of virtue and ask for her prayers.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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The study found the country is so beloved, a whopping 84 percent of expats who move there are happy with their lives, compared to just 67 percent of expats globally.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Our overseas relatives followed her example, connecting through regular emails and calls and supporting Amber, who treasured their infrequent visits back to Australia.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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These public lands are treasured for recreation, wildlife habitat, timber production and open space.—
Tony Cheng,
Space.com,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Some said their parents liked the schools or moved for a job.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The team liked using its starter and sole All-Star, Cade Cunningham, alongside another playmaker.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Loved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loved. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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