as in cherished
granted special treatment or attention
her grandparents' constant doting made her feel especially loved
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as in valued
to hold dear
patriots who loved their country well enough to die for it
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as in adored
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
a husband who loves his wife more than anything
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as in enjoyed
to take pleasure in
I love playing Frisbee in the summer rain
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as in caressed
to touch or handle in a tender or loving manner
the baby responded to my caresses and kisses by loving me right back
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Recent Examples of loved
Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
Gavern said the online ICE detainee locator, which family members use to find loved ones, often doesn’t update when transfers occur.
—Ben Fenwick, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Feb. 2026
My condolences to their families and loved ones.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 Feb. 2026
According to an online fundraiser organized through GoFundMe, the cost of cancer treatment also left Van Der Beek and his loved ones reeling.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Please continue to keep James’s wife and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 12 Feb. 2026
Our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones, those who are injured, and the entire Tumbler Ridge community.
—Nbc News, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
Strong was selected as chair to help make decisions for the group, representing people with cancer, chronic illness or others, like him, who lost a loved one.
—Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The impetus behind travel is often a desire to see a new place, visit a loved one, or experience another part of the world.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Terry Collins, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Davenport told Fox19 that the whole neighborhood loved Lykins.
—Aaron Valdez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
America loved Lindbergh, and Lindbergh presumably loved his baby; therefore, America loved Lindbergh’s baby.
—Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
Here are just a few of the reasons our editors loved these cups so much.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
All life is precious and must be honored; families need to be loved and consoled.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The groom loved its configuration.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Raffensberger worked at an egg farm in East Waterford, according to his obituary, which added that the 15-year-old loved to hunt and fish with his father and uncle.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Even though the audience hated it, Susan and I loved it.
—Jeremy Helligar, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
This Valentine’s Day, Ben Smith and Kelly Dennis will profess their love for each other — and New York City — in front of loved ones, strangers and possibly Batman.
—Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2026
Gavern said the online ICE detainee locator, which family members use to find loved ones, often doesn’t update when transfers occur.
—Ben Fenwick, Oklahoma Watch, 13 Feb. 2026
My condolences to their families and loved ones.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 Feb. 2026
According to an online fundraiser organized through GoFundMe, the cost of cancer treatment also left Van Der Beek and his loved ones reeling.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Please continue to keep James’s wife and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 12 Feb. 2026
Our thoughts are with the families who have lost loved ones, those who are injured, and the entire Tumbler Ridge community.
—Nbc News, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
Strong was selected as chair to help make decisions for the group, representing people with cancer, chronic illness or others, like him, who lost a loved one.
—Jennifer Mayerle, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
The impetus behind travel is often a desire to see a new place, visit a loved one, or experience another part of the world.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
Among the celebrities who loved the post were award-winning singers Yolanda Adams and Melba Moore, actress Sharon Lawrence, celebrated dance choreographer Jamal Callender, and Access Hollywood co-host Scott Evans.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Davenport told Fox19 that the whole neighborhood loved Lykins.
—Aaron Valdez, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
America loved Lindbergh, and Lindbergh presumably loved his baby; therefore, America loved Lindbergh’s baby.
—Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
Here are just a few of the reasons our editors loved these cups so much.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
All life is precious and must be honored; families need to be loved and consoled.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The groom loved its configuration.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Raffensberger worked at an egg farm in East Waterford, according to his obituary, which added that the 15-year-old loved to hunt and fish with his father and uncle.
—Michael Guise, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Even though the audience hated it, Susan and I loved it.
—Jeremy Helligar, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loved
Adjective
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Candyland, after all, is strange — inspiring, cherished and definitely strange.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Over 60 members attended the champagne social, which has become a cherished tradition marking the beginning of the final diligence review process.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Leadership, communication skills, curiosity, empathy are all valued by employers.—
Vicki Salemi,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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With Musk's ownership estimated at around 43% in the combined company, his stake would be valued at over $530 billion, marking a rapid shift in his fortunes.—
Robert Frank,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This broadleaf evergreen is adored for its long, drooping flower clusters.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
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Raha adored the Belgian director Chantal Akerman.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Premium sake should be enjoyed cold to appreciate its nuance and aromatics.—
Shindy Chen
February 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Feb. 2026
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That lack of rain many have enjoyed for three months in South Florida — allowing near uninterrupted opportunities for outdoor activities — comes at a cost.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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In a video shared by the Broncos from the unveiling, Smith is seen carefully caressed the statue of her son's face just after the curtain drops.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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In one photo, the couple posed on the beach while Wyatt caressed her growing baby bump.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Now, the source material behind that beloved series is making the leap to live theater.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
13 Feb. 2026
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But in order to make good on the movie-ness of it all, Johnson and McCarrol leaped and ran and dived into the sky, all for the sake of booking a concert at the beloved Toronto venue Rivoli.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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While dingoes are treasured, they’re also acknowledged as dangerous.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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However, his Patek Philippe Nautilus, which was gifted from his father and was worth £120,000,, was his most treasured.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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These 5-second, 10-second and shot-clock turnovers are a good indicator of the aggressive style of full-court defense that Texas liked to play.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Feb. 2026
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Fernández liked the intent against the Wizards as much as the box score.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Loved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loved. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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