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adjective

as in appreciated

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verb

past tense of admire

as in respected

to think very highly or favorably of I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation

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Solidarity among Venezuelans emerged as the most admired aspect of the response, cited by 90% of respondents. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026 A week has passed since the horrific death of Nancy Metayer Bowen, an admired leader in Broward County, the vice mayor of Coral Springs, and a rising young star in the Democratic Party. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026 Timothee Chalamet’s rise as one of the most admired film actors of his generation officially ended at the Academy Awards Sunday night. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026 Sarah is easily one of the most admired and talented magazine writers working today. — The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2026 From there, Bono‘s concerns in the lyrics go international, with songs in tribute to figures who were killed in Iran and Gaza, as well as songs inspired by admired figures in Israel and Ukraine. — Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026 Conviction is one of the most admired leadership qualities. — Jody Michael, Forbes.com, 18 Feb. 2026 Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honorary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long. — ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026 On Thursday, Nordic Knots, which also launched a textiles collection for the home in 2025, announced the addition of new minority investors to scale its global presence, supporting the brand’s mission of becoming the most admired and leading brand in the interior and home category. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

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Curry admired the Guinness drawing rooms with their endless pockets of seating and tables spilling over with flowers from the gardens. — Irene Borger, Architectural Digest, 26 Aug. 2026 Our thoughts are with Dolly's family, friends, and all those around the world who loved and admired her. — Mike Snider, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 The Athletic reported on Sunday that Unai Emery’s side had made an initial approach to sign the 22-year-old defender, having previously revealed that Ordonez was highly admired and had been tracked by Villa. — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Often cast in adventurous roles, he was much admired for his elegant bearing. — Daria Egidi, Vanity Fair, 23 Aug. 2026 Rukeyser admired Woolf and mentored young Black writers, including Alice Walker, so the connections between Rukeyser, Woolf, and Solomon are rich. — Anne E. Fernald, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026 The result is a category where scientific performance and consumer experience have evolved in tandem, making Korean sunscreens among the most admired in the world. — Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 As viewers followed the transformation of her Sicilian beach house on TikTok and Instagram, many admired the dramatic before-and-after moments taking shape on screen. — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026 This, too, was a kind of misapprehension, in that his boss admired him for being so upbeat despite living in such a family when in fact Shigejiro had no individuality at all. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired

Adjective

The second was social recognition, the feeling that positive behavior is noticed, appreciated and encouraged by parents, teachers, coaches or neighbors.

— Jonathan Wright, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026
Cashing out a highly appreciated home can trigger a Medicare surcharge known as IRMAA, meaning a large capital gain from a home sale can push up monthly Medicare premiums up hundreds of dollars.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of appreciated

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With a career spanning more than 60 years, Parton has been one of country music’s leading lights, one of the genre’s most revered and prolific songwriters.

— Lars Brandle, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026
As the most honored and revered female country singer-songwriter of all time, Dolly Parton has influenced music beyond her own genre.

— Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of revered

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For fans of the older Metal Gear games, Ghost Babel was a huge deal and is rightly regarded as one of the best games in the series and most certainly an underappreciated one.

— Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Widely regarded as an elite play-caller, Sarkisian has yet to deliver in the biggest moments.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of regarded

Adjective

After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones.

— Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
No details about the funeral service have yet been released, though TMZ reported that her family is planning a small ceremony in Nashville for her closest family and loved ones.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of loved

Adjective

My hope is that this esteemed office will one day be inhabited by someone who respects democratic norms and is not a clear and present danger to democracy.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026
Such esteemed material and craftsmanship could make plastic cocktail glasses look crystal, and Montezuma taste like Clase Azul.

— Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of esteemed

Adjective

The cherished cult classic from 1985 is an ideal showcase for Curry’s impeccable physical humor and timing.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2026
With the gym restored, Gallatin Shalom Zone plans to double enrollment in its youth programs and introduce new sports leagues to keep children active and engaged year-round, while also preserving a cherished local landmark.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

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