admired

The word “admired” has 2 syllables: ad-mired

It's pronounced as /ədˈmaɪɚd/

What is synonym and antonym for admired?

In the thesaurus, “admired” has 51 synonyms and 28 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for admired along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for admired

acclaimed
accredited
adored
adulated
applauded
appreciated
approved
beloved
canonized
cherished
commended
complimented
considered
credited
darling
dear
deified
dug
enjoyed
esteemed
fair-haired
fancied
favored
favorite
fond
hallowed
idolized
liked
loved
pet
praised
precious
preferred
prized
regarded
relished
respected
revered
reverenced
savored
savoured
set store by
set store on
special
sweet
treasured
valued
venerated
white-headed
worshiped
worshipped

Antonyms for admired

abandoned
abhorred
abominated
alienated
condemned
decried
deplored
despised
detested
disapproved
discounted
discountenanced
disdained
disfavored
disliked
dismissed
disregarded
estranged
execrated
forgotten
hated
ignored
kissed off
loathed
scorned
unbeloved
unfavorite
vilified

Meanings of admired

verb
1. To be amazed at; to view with surprise; to marvel at.
2. To regard with wonder and delight.
3. To look upon with an elevated feeling of pleasure, as something which calls out approbation, esteem, love or reverence.
4. To estimate or value highly; to hold in high esteem.
5. To be enthusiastic about (doing something); to want or like (to do something). (Sometimes followed by to.).

Example Sentences

She was deeply admired by her colleagues for her leadership.
He admired the painting for its vibrant colors and detail.
The student admired her teacher’s passion for science.
They admired the architecture of the ancient temple.
He admired her strength during difficult times.

On this page you'll find 79 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to admired, such as: abandoned, abhorred, abominated, acclaimed, accredited, adored, adulated.

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