as in appreciated
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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
Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His brother admired Zach’s comeback.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was also admired by the American founders.
—Carla Gardina Pestana, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
In the second story, the former Democratic nominee for vice president celebrated the falling stock value of an American company long admired for its innovation and success.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Naturalists have admired them for centuries.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Mar. 2025
Much of Chicago’s rise from provincial Midwestern town to admired international metropolis was the result of strong mayors with both responsibility and accountability for public safety, schools and transportation.
—Forrest Claypool, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Pinto beans and black-eyed peas got the most shoutouts, and Southern brands like Camellia Beans from Louisiana and Luck’s from North Carolina are most admired, of course.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
In fact, Applegate admired everything about her, down to her outfit.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
As the night stretched luxuriously late, champagne glasses were topped off, diamonds admired anew, and petits fours passed to prolong the evening’s magic.
—Sasha Pinto, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
His brother admired Zach’s comeback.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 20 Mar. 2025
It was also admired by the American founders.
—Carla Gardina Pestana, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2025
In the second story, the former Democratic nominee for vice president celebrated the falling stock value of an American company long admired for its innovation and success.
—Nicole Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Mar. 2025
Naturalists have admired them for centuries.
—Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 19 Mar. 2025
Much of Chicago’s rise from provincial Midwestern town to admired international metropolis was the result of strong mayors with both responsibility and accountability for public safety, schools and transportation.
—Forrest Claypool, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
Pinto beans and black-eyed peas got the most shoutouts, and Southern brands like Camellia Beans from Louisiana and Luck’s from North Carolina are most admired, of course.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
In fact, Applegate admired everything about her, down to her outfit.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for admired
Verb
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The final fight of Dustin Poirier’s long and illustrious UFC career will be a trilogy bout opposite the equally revered and respected Max Holloway.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Patriotism became a litmus test, and scholars who applied their expertise to offer critical analyses of America’s revered narratives were suspected of harboring a dangerous un-American ideology.—
Time,
Time,
20 May 2025
Verb
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He is regarded as a potential star of the future and is a part of Nuno’s first-team squad.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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Beach House is regarded as one of the most popular dream-pop bands.—
Jackson Hawkins,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Markets like Europe and Asia’s in particular have really appreciated the sports tourer.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
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An adult/older teen home without any other pets would be appreciated.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Providence, Rhode Island Like New Haven, Providence is home to esteemed educational institutions—both Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design are located here.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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Volta gave demonstrations to scientific institutes across Europe with esteemed attendees, including Napoleon Bonaparte, and entertained audiences in theaters with electric devices.—
Danny Robb,
JSTOR Daily,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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The 2013 death of James Gandolfini pretty much put to rest any possibility the beloved gangster series would someday be revived.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
24 May 2025
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Just in time for National Prosecco Week (June 24–30), the Prosecco DOC Consortium is raising awareness for this beloved wine through in-store promotions, restaurant events, and tastings across the U.S., including a recent Raleigh, North Carolina event hosted by Master of Wine Sheri Morano.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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