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
The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
And Joan admired the artistic volcano out of which these songs seem to spring.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Bob coveted her beautiful voice, her beautiful visage, her brilliant execution, and admired her stardom and her professionalism.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Yoon did enact some policies that were widely admired, and that linked his country more strongly to the world, particularly to the West.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Having formed a friendship with Williams during the development of The Greatest Showman, Gracey admired Williams’ captivating and witty storytelling.
—Robert Lang, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
Ortiz was one of the baseball players Soto admired as a kid, which is likely a big reason why Ortiz took on a significant role in Boston's recruiting efforts for the outfielder.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Many on campus admired her sense of style.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
Verb
But that did not mean the city’s trajectory had to be admired.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
And Joan admired the artistic volcano out of which these songs seem to spring.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Bob coveted her beautiful voice, her beautiful visage, her brilliant execution, and admired her stardom and her professionalism.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
Yoon did enact some policies that were widely admired, and that linked his country more strongly to the world, particularly to the West.
—Victor Cha, The Atlantic, 20 Dec. 2024
Having formed a friendship with Williams during the development of The Greatest Showman, Gracey admired Williams’ captivating and witty storytelling.
—Robert Lang, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
Ortiz was one of the baseball players Soto admired as a kid, which is likely a big reason why Ortiz took on a significant role in Boston's recruiting efforts for the outfielder.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Many on campus admired her sense of style.
—Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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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That Interstellar theme tune would become one of Zimmer’s most revered and intimate pieces that has since been hailed for its complex nature and its ability to convey time and space in music.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2025
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Collins rephrased a quote by James Connolly, a revered Irish labor leader whose picture overlooked the speakers’ area at the lunch.—
Ted Reed,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Verb
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They are often regarded as the most challenging software to select, implement and optimize.—
Cory McNeley,
Forbes,
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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Context appears to matter a lot with such items, which are often appreciated when exchanged between acquaintances.—
Ellen Wexler,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Jan. 2025
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His engagements with historical authors are also best appreciated in literary terms.—
Jonathon Keats,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Bruce Glover, the esteemed character actor who starred opposite Sean Connery as Bond villain Mr. Wint in Diamonds are Forever, has died.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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If the original Miller & Lux helped define Thrive City as a culinary destination, its Hawaiian sister-restaurant brings that same allure to this esteemed hotel property.—
Chelsea Davis,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Hannah's interview with Bush Hager comes amid the 10th anniversary celebrations for her beloved 2015 novel, The Nightingale.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
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The plastic sleeve also helps keep the beloved pieces of paper from being further damaged by greasy fingers and water droplets.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Admired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admired. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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