Synonyms of loved

loved 1 of 2

adjective

as in cherished

granted special treatment or attention

her grandparents' constant doting made her feel especially loved

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cherished
• beloved
• favorite
• precious
• adored
• sweet
• special
• darling
• favored
• dear
• pet
• admired
• appreciated
• fond
• revered
• fair-haired
• white-headed
• preferred
• treasured
• esteemed
• relished
• prized

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disliked
• hated
• despised
• detested
• loathed
• ignored
• abhorred
• forgotten
• disfavored
• abandoned
• unbeloved
• disdained
• alienated
• abominated
• execrated
• unfavorite
• estranged

loved

2 of 2

verb

past tense of love

1

as in valued

to hold dear

patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• valued
• treasured
• appreciated
• enjoyed
• cherished
• admired
• liked
• respected
• prized
• regarded
• relished
• revered
• reverenced
• fancied
• delighted (in)
• grooved (on)
• venerated
• adored
• reveled (in)
• set store by
• dug
• idolized
• memorialized
• caressed
• enshrined
• esteemed
• worshipped
• apprized
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• loathed
• detested
• abhorred
• undervalued
• disdained
• disvalued
• abominated
• scorned
• execrated
• sniffed (at)
• scouted
• snubbed
• minimized
• slighted
• neglected
• abandoned
• disparaged
• belittled
• forgot
• depreciated
• decried
• put down
• deprecated
• wrote off
• high-hatted
• cried down
• bad-mouthed
• kissed off

2

as in adored

to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for

a husband who loves his wife more than anything

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adored
• cherished
• worshipped
• fell for
• idolized
• carried the torch (for)
• idealized
• revered
• lost one's heart (to)
• carried a torch (for)
• reverenced
• canonized
• venerated
• delighted (in)
• deified
• adulated
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• loathed
• detested
• abhorred
• disliked
• displeased
• antagonized
• disapproved (of)
• abominated
• execrated
• disgusted
• revolted
• repulsed
• sickened
• repelled
• turned off
• nauseated
• disfavored

3

as in enjoyed

to take pleasure in

I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain

Synonyms & Similar Words

• enjoyed
• liked
• savored
• relished
• adored
• admired
• fancied
• delighted (in)
• appreciated
• got off (on)
• took to
• rejoiced (in)
• grooved (on)
• reveled (in)
• went for
• dug
• revered
• valued
• got a kick out of
• had a soft spot for
• preferred
• treasured
• cherished
• was partial to
• venerated
• worshipped
• idolized
• drank (in)
• prized
• devoured
• ate (up)
• feasted (on)
• indulged (in)
• favored
• doted (on)
• cottoned (to)
• wallowed (in)
• luxuriated (in)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• disliked
• loathed
• detested
• abhorred
• despised
• condemned
• abominated
• scorned

4

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• caressed
• patted
• stroked
• hugged
• petted
• fondled
• gentled
• cradled
• snuggled
• cuddled
• nuzzled
• pawed
• embraced
• spooned
• billed
• necked
• pampered
• nosed
• enfolded
• indulged
• spoiled
• babied
• nestled
• canoodled
• massaged
• kneaded
• coddled
• bounced
• dandled
• felt up
• mollycoddled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of loved

Adjective

For many people, body art is a meaningful way to commemorate a milestone, honor a loved one of simply express their individuality. — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026

Among those still searching for loved ones is Mary Cruz Andueza. — ABC News, 29 July 2026

Johnny Blaze) is a motorcycle stuntman, and after selling his soul to protect a loved one, he’s transformed into a vigilante whose revenge takes a supernatural turn. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026

But Akinola says that other patients aren't as fortunate, with friends and loved ones abandoning them. — Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 25 July 2026

Setting clear boundaries with loved ones about sharing personal moments online can help prevent misunderstandings. — Parents, 25 July 2026

Following the funeral and vigil, the military will offer support for her loved ones, along with Legion Post 597 based in Carrollton. — Mary Ella Hastings july 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026

In a lengthy statement to The Sacramento Bee, Davis Police Chief Todd Henry extended his thoughts to the families and loved ones of Breaux, Abou Najm and the surviving Guillory. — Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026

In other photos, Collins wears a white halter dress surrounded by loved ones. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 21 July 2026

Verb

At his most threatening when brimming with confidence and direct in his attacking, Garnacho is the type of wide forward Emery has historically loved. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 30 July 2026

But before the swirl of attention, there was a frantic search for a teen known in the community as an outgoing, charming athlete with infectiously positive energy who loved making people smile. — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026

The team effort to give the majestic bird a chance means a lot and shows how loved the bald eagles of Big Rock Park are. — Jessica Guay, CBS News, 30 July 2026

He is loved by his students, and the school turns a blind eye to his side jobs. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 30 July 2026

Company officials note that in testing, golfers loved the brand’s previous mini driver – praising its turf interaction but clamoring for more stability. — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Johnson had loved Sessa in The Holdovers and arranged the meeting, during which the two instantly hit it off. — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 29 July 2026

Vienna received perfect scores for healthcare and education, and like Copenhagen, is loved for its walkability and reliable, safe public transportation. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026

Christopher Nolan’s new blockbuster, The Odyssey, revisits Homer’s 3,000-year-old story this year, and with it, shines a light on real-life places where the mythical Greek king Odysseus lived, fought, and loved. — Yulia Denisyuk, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 July 2026