Synonyms of regarded

regarded 1 of 2

adjective

as in recognized

Related Words

• recognized
• valued
• credited
• esteemed
• honored
• prized
• appreciated
• rewarded
• praiseworthy
• creditable
• meritorious

Dissimilar Words

• unappreciated
• ungrateful
• thankless
• unnoticed
• unrecognized
• underrated
• undervalued
• unsung
• underappreciated
• unrewarded
• uncredited
• unvalued

regarded

2 of 2

verb

past tense of regard

1

as in noticed

to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes

she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged

Synonyms & Similar Words

• noticed
• spotted
• saw
• eyed
• viewed
• remarked
• noted
• perceived
• observed
• looked (at)
• distinguished
• beheld
• discerned
• spied
• sighted
• watched
• considered
• witnessed
• caught
• identified
• espied
• descried
• set eyes on
• laid eyes on
• got a load of
• marked
• studied
• picked out
• surveyed
• examined
• attended (to)
• heeded
• made out
• scanned
• inspected
• scrutinized
• glimpsed
• minded
• glanced (at)
• picked up
• peered (at)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignored
• neglected
• disregarded
• passed over
• missed
• overlooked
• overpassed

2

as in noted

to take notice of and be guided by

as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• noted
• followed
• considered
• observed
• obeyed
• respected
• listened (to)
• watched
• heeded
• contemplated
• minded
• pondered
• heard
• kept
• weighed
• noticed
• conformed (to)
• marked
• mulled
• complied (with)
• attended (to)
• saw
• hearkened (to)
• harked (to)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignored
• disregarded
• dismissed
• neglected
• scorned
• tuned out
• discounted
• passed over
• brushed (aside or off)
• glossed (over)
• flouted
• defied
• shrugged off
• pooh-poohed
• snubbed
• slighted
• glozed (over)

3

as in considered

to think of in a particular way

I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety

Synonyms & Similar Words

• considered
• viewed
• called
• counted
• accounted
• believed
• felt
• rated
• looked (on or upon)
• thought
• deemed
• held
• esteemed
• reckoned
• set down
• imagined
• sensed
• took for
• conceived
• fancied

4

as in admired

to think very highly or favorably of

an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• admired
• respected
• appreciated
• considered
• praised
• esteemed
• commended
• venerated
• loved
• liked
• revered
• valued
• enjoyed
• approved
• applauded
• credited
• acclaimed
• complimented
• reverenced
• relished
• favored
• adored
• set store by
• drank (in)
• idolized
• savored
• worshipped
• delighted (in)
• accredited
• fancied
• reveled (in)
• cherished
• prized
• treasured
• grooved (on)
• hallowed
• canonized
• deified
• dug
• adulated
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• detested
• loathed
• abhorred
• dismissed
• disregarded
• execrated
• condemned
• abominated
• disapproved
• disdained
• deplored
• scorned
• disliked
• discounted
• decried
• vilified
• frowned (on or upon)
• discountenanced
• disfavored
• kissed off

5

as in anticipated

to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)

the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• considered
• anticipated
• provided (for)
• allowed (for)
• expected
• adjusted
• contemplated
• reckoned with
• faced
• factored (in or into)
• adapted
• took into account
• foresaw
• envisaged
• took account of
• figured on
• accommodated
• conditioned
• presumed
• planned
• calculated
• assumed
• presupposed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disregarded
• discounted
• factored (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of regarded

Adjective

For a club with championship aspirations, that patience reflects its confidence that the highly regarded young catcher will ultimately emerge stronger from moments like the one that recently went viral. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Flagship state schools and large private institutions like Syracuse, highly regarded but a step below the elite level, are likely to face much greater competition for students in the years ahead. — Tristan Bove, Fortune, 20 June 2026

That’s somewhat to be expected with AJ Turner (knee) still sidelined and highly regarded true freshman Ryan Estrada not on campus until June. — Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Apr. 2026

The once highly regarded and pricey hub for tech dreamers and fledgling startups has devolved from a breeding ground for ingenuity and innovation — a place of hope — to something closer to an American nightmare. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026

The update comes courtesy of the ECMWF seasonal model, one of the most highly regarded and accurate long-term weather models used by meteorologists. — Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 7 Apr. 2026

There is a 2006 ruling in the federal appeals court in Denver, which was written by Michael McConnell, a very highly regarded and pretty right-of-center federal appeals judge. — Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026

However, the strategic chatterbox has the late Reggie Ossé to thank for sparking his interest in podcasts with the highly regarded and influential Combat Jack Show. — Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2025

This has created a situation in which the most highly regarded and resourceful units can bring in more recruits, and their ability to do so has become a measure of success as other units struggle for manpower. — Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 29 Aug. 2025

Verb

Despite falling just short in the final, Argentina come in third at 11 percent, highlighting how highly they are still regarded heading into the next four-year cycle. — Dean Jones, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Just seven of the year’s top 20 grossing films have opened since Memorial Day Weekend within the period widely regarded as peak blockbuster season. — Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026

Widely regarded as the world’s best defensive midfielder, Manchester City star Rodri could become just the 11th player to win the World Cup, the Champions League and the Ballon d’Or, awarded annually to the world’s best player. — Mark Hodge, NBC news, 17 July 2026

At the World Cup in Qatar, the pre-kickoff firestorm was quickly stamped out by the spectacle of the competition, and the tournament was widely regarded as one of the best ever on the pitch. — Tom Kludt, Vanity Fair, 17 July 2026

Burnham brings a more relaxed style of leadership than the rather stern Starmer, and is regarded as one of the Labour Party’s best communicators. — ABC News, 17 July 2026

Visit Orlando also gets a 30% share of revenues to promote the region, regarded as the nation’s top tourist destination. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

The future world heavyweight champion — regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time — also became a global cultural icon who transcended sports through his civil rights activism. — Corey Davis, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 17 July 2026

The rescue barge is regarded as one of China’s most advanced modular heavy-duty water rescue systems. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026