VALUED Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of valued

as in loved

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verb

past tense of value

as in treasured

to hold dear a nation that values individualism and self-reliance

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as in estimated

to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts

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Recent Examples of valued

Adjective

As automation within organizations increases, human connection will become more valued and unique, enabling companies who use it wisely to gain a competitive advantage. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2021

Verb

But toward the end of the seventeenth century, sporting artists also began to take on commissions from pet owners, creating art that celebrated dogs who were valued purely for their relationships with their owners. — Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026 Broccoli is valued at $300 million post-money, according to a person familiar with the matter (Broccoli declined to comment on its valuation). — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026 The company received 300 net commercial aircraft orders during the quarter, bringing its commercial backlog to more than 6,300 planes valued at a record $612 billion. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026 And when price hikes are unavoidable, giving customers advance warning can go a long way toward showing loyal users they’re valued. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 27 Oct. 2026 It was valued at between $1,500 and $2,000, and was won for $8,500 by an unknown bidder, though the auction house said the transaction had not been completed, according to Jewish News. — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 27 Oct. 2026 This approach reinforces high performance and signals clearly to the people driving results that their contributions are seen and valued, not simply assumed. — Anthony Mastro, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026 Microsoft’s stock is up 27% over the past six months and it’s valued at close to $4 trillion. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026 Elliot Charles Under Colorado law, theft of property valued between $5,000 and $20,000 is classified as a Class 5 felony. — Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for valued

Adjective

DJs take over late on Fridays and Saturdays, while Sundays belong to samba and feijoada meals, honoring the local tradition of gathering with loved ones on weekends to enjoy the black bean and meat stew.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
Impact on jobs Along with the financial toll that often accompanies looking after a loved one, caregivers may also experience an impact on their jobs or income.

— Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of loved

Verb

The fantasy Kris treasured as a fan means something very different to the woman who lived it.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Oct. 2026
The repairer reads these messages, communicates with customers directly, and sometimes learns the story behind a pair of jeans that has been treasured for decades.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of treasured

Verb

To date, it is estimated that some 400,000 people have already succumbed to starvation because of the drought and the fighting.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 31 Oct. 2026
Anywhere from 100,000 to more than 200,000 people were estimated in attendance at the Sikh parade the past two previous years.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of estimated

Adjective

Eco effort Because Kanai is a protected area, eco efforts are top of mind.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
The result is a more efficient propulsion system that delivers greater range and energy, enabling engagement of highly maneuverable aerial threats at safer distances from protected forces.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of protected

Verb

Similar to affiliate marketing, Glance gets a piece of the sale price and, for a fee, will do deeper training on brands to ensure they are fully understood and appreciated by the agent.

— Evan Clark, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Skillz, a mobile gaming company the fund bought into in 2019, went public via SPAC deal in 2020—but for the most part the investments have appreciated in value that has yet to be fully realized by owners.

— Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of appreciated

Verb

Trainers quickly made a circle around him and assessed the situation following the brutal injury, which below is quite graphic to look at as a fair warning.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
And what should that tell you about evaluating your cardiovascular health and making sure that symptoms are getting assessed and treated if needed.

— Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of assessed

Adjective

Weigand spends much of his time on house calls, reviving cherished heirlooms that have long fallen silent.

— La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
In a Tuesday social media post, Kansas City’s Turnsol Books described Spiegel as a cherished member of the store’s community.

— Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of cherished

Verb

The show’s producers had been looking for someone who could create the same kind of following that Jones enjoyed among teenagers.

— Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 30 Oct. 2026
The Thai fare at The Page is best enjoyed outdoors, with panoramic beach views.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026