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
Shannon Tyler
march 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Her representative called the incident ‘completely inexcusable,’ signaling the singer needs intervention and support from loved ones.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In December, around the holidays, the singer reflected on how much her kids and loved ones truly mean to her.
—Essence, 5 Mar. 2026
The majority of Americans get between 6 and 7 hours per night — even though more than half say getting a good night’s sleep is a top priority on weekdays, ranking it above eating well or spending time with loved ones.
—Allison Palmer
march 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
The majority of Americans get between 6 and 7 hours per night, even though more than half say getting a good night’s sleep is a top priority on weekdays, ranking it above eating well or spending time with loved ones.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Desirous to have contact with a loved one, a celebrity, the believers did not probe too closely into how that access was achieved.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
The mayor's office also said the city's Journey Home program, which helps homeless people relocate out of the city to reconnect with loved ones, has seen more success.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
After the closure, fans mourned losing another place to hang out and watch the newest releases with friends, family or loved ones.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
Preston loved music, his grandmother said, particularly gospel and rap.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
Chris loved video games and tinkering on his moped, his brother said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026
Nureyev loved working with Binda, as Cunningham wrote in his memoir.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Khork loved history and had a degree in political science.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Diana nevertheless loved the sparkler, and continued to wear it after her divorce.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
Most likely everyone in this theater tonight has loved someone who’s been sick.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
Many of us long for the days of the old South Beach, with its neighborhood bakeries, languid pace, shabby but genuine character, and the retired people who loved the place.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Harding said it can be used for cases that don’t require a full autopsy or for families who would rather not have as invasive of a procedure done on their loved one.
—Shannon Tyler
march 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 Mar. 2026
Her representative called the incident ‘completely inexcusable,’ signaling the singer needs intervention and support from loved ones.
—Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
In December, around the holidays, the singer reflected on how much her kids and loved ones truly mean to her.
—Essence, 5 Mar. 2026
The majority of Americans get between 6 and 7 hours per night — even though more than half say getting a good night’s sleep is a top priority on weekdays, ranking it above eating well or spending time with loved ones.
—Allison Palmer
march 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Mar. 2026
The majority of Americans get between 6 and 7 hours per night, even though more than half say getting a good night’s sleep is a top priority on weekdays, ranking it above eating well or spending time with loved ones.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 4 Mar. 2026
Desirous to have contact with a loved one, a celebrity, the believers did not probe too closely into how that access was achieved.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
The mayor's office also said the city's Journey Home program, which helps homeless people relocate out of the city to reconnect with loved ones, has seen more success.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
After the closure, fans mourned losing another place to hang out and watch the newest releases with friends, family or loved ones.
—Joseph Hernandez
march 4, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
Requiring no special pan, this festive cake is loved by both kids and adults.
—Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
Preston loved music, his grandmother said, particularly gospel and rap.
—Katie Langford, Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2026
Chris loved video games and tinkering on his moped, his brother said.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2026
Nureyev loved working with Binda, as Cunningham wrote in his memoir.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Khork loved history and had a degree in political science.
—Kyle Werner, Des Moines Register, 7 Mar. 2026
Diana nevertheless loved the sparkler, and continued to wear it after her divorce.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
Most likely everyone in this theater tonight has loved someone who’s been sick.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
Many of us long for the days of the old South Beach, with its neighborhood bakeries, languid pace, shabby but genuine character, and the retired people who loved the place.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loved
Adjective
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History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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The Padres have become an institution, playing in one of the more cherished buildings in sports.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The operator of Fovo Foods could be valued at $700 million to $900 million in a deal, the people said.—
Pei Li,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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Hence, SpaceX can’t be valued on its current profits, but only on its prospects from gigantic growth in the most pioneering of industries whose future trajectory is also unknowable.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At first glance, The Bread Club in Dallas is a beautiful pastry shop adored by Instagram influencers.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Salvias are adored for their abundant blooms which attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to the garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For most of his time in office, American citizens have enjoyed affordable gas prices, especially compared to the average fuel costs during the Biden administration.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Mar. 2026
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My family enjoyed a daring dip in the outdoor pool before heating up in the sauna at Allas Pool, a seaside bathing center in the heart of the city.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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In a video shared by the Broncos from the unveiling, Smith is seen carefully caressed the statue of her son's face just after the curtain drops.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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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
Adjective
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And though the devastation wrought by last year’s fire was unprecedented in its scale, the Schneiders remain optimistic about the future of their beloved enclave and its plucky local paper.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Packed with mistaken identities, overheard conversations, and joyful chaos, this beloved classic is one of Shakespeare’s most enduring comedies.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Your commitment to artistry, truth and humanity is to be treasured and protected at all costs.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
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Bridgerton treats it as though every woman got multiples of their yearbook photo to hand around as headshots, and Benedict’s taking what would have been treasured personal heirlooms and just shuffling through them and tossing out anyone with the wrong hair color.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In my industry, people are sometimes very concerned about female characters not being liked by audiences, even though it’s been proven over and over that audiences really respond to real women.—
Outside,
Outside,
10 Mar. 2026
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Continue reading … MEDIA TURNING A BLIND EYE — Mamdani's wife liked posts celebrating Oct 7 terror attacks but gets soft treatment from the press.—
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FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Loved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loved. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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