as in admired
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as in loved
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
an attentive, solicitous husband who clearly adores his wife
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as in worshiped
to love or admire too much
adores her older sister so much that she cannot see her considerable faults
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as in venerated
to offer honor or respect to (someone) as a divine power
the Roman soldier was beheaded for adoring the Christian god
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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
I adore those earrings—wherever did you get them?
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Recent Examples of adored
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
But also as a human being, who was adored by pretty much everyone who knew and worked with her.
—Gregory James Wakeman, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
Ciara is one of the most talented and adored superstars.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Dec. 2024
Kayla Rose, who lives in Southern California with her husband, who is on active duty in the Navy, always adored her grandma Anaya.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
My mom, who passed away in 2018, adored Johnny Mathis.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Hitler adored Strauss, of course (as did everyone else, as does everyone else, now).
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 25 Nov. 2024
With nearly 20,000 five-star ratings on the Lululemon site, this versatile accessory is adored by countless travelers.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Desmond & Dempsey long-sleeve cotton pajamas $245 NORDSTROM Desmond & Dempsey is adored for its whimsical prints, and this navy paisley set hits the nail on the head.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
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The song isn’t actually new, though the legend’s version is likely unfamiliar to many casual listeners, and perhaps even some who have adored him for decades.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
But also as a human being, who was adored by pretty much everyone who knew and worked with her.
—Gregory James Wakeman, IndieWire, 5 Dec. 2024
Ciara is one of the most talented and adored superstars.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Dec. 2024
Kayla Rose, who lives in Southern California with her husband, who is on active duty in the Navy, always adored her grandma Anaya.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
My mom, who passed away in 2018, adored Johnny Mathis.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Hitler adored Strauss, of course (as did everyone else, as does everyone else, now).
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 25 Nov. 2024
With nearly 20,000 five-star ratings on the Lululemon site, this versatile accessory is adored by countless travelers.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Desmond & Dempsey long-sleeve cotton pajamas $245 NORDSTROM Desmond & Dempsey is adored for its whimsical prints, and this navy paisley set hits the nail on the head.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adored
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So are the potential spoils of becoming the coach to unlock a door to sustained success for an organization that hasn’t enjoyed it since the late 1980s.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Both designer and client enjoyed surprising each other throughout the process.Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
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Rocky Colavito, a revered power hitter who was imprudently traded in the prime of his career, died Tuesday.Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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His move to Ferrari unites the sport’s most accomplished driver with its most revered team, and brands are taking notice.Brett Knight, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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But his exceptional comedic timing, versatility as an actor, iconic roles in beloved family-friendly films, and the ability to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles is the secret sauce behind his durability.Marc Berman, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Disney Branded Television has ordered four new episodes of the beloved sitcom.Joe Otterson, Variety, 13 Dec. 2024
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With numerous experts claiming to offer the best services, brands must seek out professionals who are certified by esteemed regulatory bodies.Harshit Jain, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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More recently, at a time that feels similarly tumultuous and chaotic, Colonial Williamsburg and the Jane Austen House Museum have drawn a new wave of interest by teaming up with esteemed design brands to bring archival textiles, wallpapers, and paint colors to new life.Cornelia Powers, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Adored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adored. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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