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What is another word for Admired? – 252 Admired Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    respected revered honored esteemed valued cherished praised commended applauded lauded extolled glorified exalted venerated worshiped idolized adored loved treasured prized admired liked appreciated approved endorsed supported favored envied emulated imitated emulated copied replicated duplicated repeated echoed mirrored reflected regarded thought perceived viewed seen observed noticed recognized acknowledged reputed celebrated famous renowned distinguished notable prominent illustrious glorious exceptional outstanding brilliant magnificent superb excellent fine splendid grand impressive awe-inspiring

    Meaning of Admired

    The primary meaning of the word "Admired" is to feel great respect and wonder for something or someone.

    Definitions

    • The word "Admired" is defined as feeling or showing great respect and wonder for something or someone because of their impressive qualities or achievements.
    • It can also refer to the state of being respected and wondered at, often due to exceptional qualities, achievements, or beauty.

    Etymology of Admired

    The word "Admired" originates from the Old French word "admier", which is derived from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "at") and "mirare" (meaning "to wonder at"), with the past tense being "admired" and the past participle being "admired".
    Historically, the word "admire" emerged in the 15th century, initially conveying the sense of wonder or astonishment.

    Example Uses

    • The artist's latest sculpture has been admired by critics and art enthusiasts alike for its beauty and originality.
    • Her kindness and generosity have been admired by everyone in the community.
    • The tourists admired the breathtaking view from the top of the mountain.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    disrespected scorned despised hated loathed disliked disapproved rejected dismissed ignored neglected overlooked criticized condemned denounced disparaged belittled demeaned degraded humiliated insulted offended outraged appalled shocked disgusted repelled repulsed abhorred detested despised execrated hated loathed disliked disdained disapproved rejected scorned ridiculed mocked taunted teased jeered