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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Our band, too, found ourselves on a prickly path to one of the most revered venues in the country.—
Ryan Miller,
The Atlantic,
10 Apr. 2025
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The is a revered tradition, held every Tuesday Masters week.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The Context Singh was regarded as a leader with integrity and was among India's longest-serving prime ministers.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
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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Junior teammate Molly Finn also appreciated Smith’s versatility.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
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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Presenters for the esteemed night include USC Annenberg’s Dean Willow Bay, Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel and Disney Entertainment co-chairman Dana Walden.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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After the initial maturation, the whiskey is transferred to Superiore and Fine Marsala butts of French oak from the esteemed Cantine de Vinci in Sicily.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The show had a brief run Off Broadway in 1996, then lived on with a miniature national tour and a beloved cast recording.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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After two long years, Olivia Benson and Elliot Stabler are back on screen together — and the beloved duo didn't miss a beat!—
Alex Ross,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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