1
as in to love
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
an attentive, solicitous husband who clearly adores his wife
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2
as in to worship
to love or admire too much
adores her older sister so much that she cannot see her considerable faults
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3
as in to venerate
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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4
as in to enjoy
to take pleasure in
I adore those earrings—wherever did you get them?
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Recent Examples of adore
Silhouettes are adored with hardware, reflecting elements inspired by the archive.
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Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
She is survived by her adoring husband, Doug; her children, Laura Whitney Backstrom and Greg Backstrom (Brian Farley); siblings, Rick (Mary Jo) Ungerman, Sandy (John) Corbett, Craig (Camille Benjamin) Ungerman, Mary Pat (Greg) Shepherd; and many nieces and nephews.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Doctor Unicorn Soft Unicorn Hooded Bathrobe Unicorn fans will adore this cozy bathrobe that’s available in four color combinations.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
Each pick is adored by travelers, wallet-friendly, and designed to keep you well-prepared for whatever weather comes your way during your next adventure, with prices starting as low as $14.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025
She is survived by her adoring husband, Doug; her children, Laura Whitney Backstrom and Greg Backstrom (Brian Farley); siblings, Rick (Mary Jo) Ungerman, Sandy (John) Corbett, Craig (Camille Benjamin) Ungerman, Mary Pat (Greg) Shepherd; and many nieces and nephews.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Doctor Unicorn Soft Unicorn Hooded Bathrobe Unicorn fans will adore this cozy bathrobe that’s available in four color combinations.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
Each pick is adored by travelers, wallet-friendly, and designed to keep you well-prepared for whatever weather comes your way during your next adventure, with prices starting as low as $14.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adore
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Academy Award voters love actors who take on historical figures, much like last year's best actor award winner.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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After all, there’s nothing media partners love more than a little extra surplus value, and while there’s no deal in place to bring 4 Nations back in 2027, the networks are eager to capitalize on the odd-year availability between the international events scheduled between 2026 and 2032.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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Most spent the weekend roaming from club to club on Sinners’ Row, returning to their respective districts to worship at temple early Sunday morning.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
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That would get in the way of worshipping a goddess.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
7 Feb. 2025
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This is the conclusion of an international team of researchers who used isotope analysis to determine whether the Iron Age skulls were of locals (and therefore being venerated in death) or outsiders (and likely nailed up as a display of intimidation and power), as had both been previously argued.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
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The Oscar-winning actress, longtime activist and venerated talent will receive the 60th SAG Life Achievement Award at the 2025 SAG Awards on Sunday.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
22 Feb. 2025
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Over the next few years, van de Wall enjoyed the lifestyle expected of an EDM hitmaker.—
Victoria Bekiempis,
Rolling Stone,
20 Feb. 2025
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Guests can enjoy a private meal, or host dinner parties for their friends.—
Rhonda Richford,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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The cotton material felt nice against our skin, and our tester liked to snuggle the coverlet up underneath her chin during the winter for additional warmth.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Surely, investigating authorities would still like at least a word with Greg.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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Hackman's decades-spanning career in the film industry was one revered by his peers and critics alike.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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As a boy in India in the 1970s, the writer grew up in a Hindu-nationalist family that revered Jews, despite not knowing any.—
Franklin Foer,
The Atlantic,
26 Feb. 2025
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The avid sports fans grew up idolizing the 1980 Eagle Super Bowl champs (running back Wilbert Montgomery and wide receiver Harold Carmichael).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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Michael grew up in Cleveland, in a religious household where the artists his future wife idolized, like Salt-N-Pepa, were strictly prohibited.—
Marissa R. Moss,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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Should reverence serve carelessness, even incoherence?—
Joy Williams,
Harper's Magazine,
2 May 2024
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Saint Heron remains dedicated to empowering future art practitioners by reverencing the spiritual act of creating and spotlighting artists’ unwavering devotion to the intergenerational language of expression.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
16 June 2023
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“Adore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adore. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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