admired
Translation
admired, respected, esteemed
Examples
She is a much-admired author.
She is a much-admired author.
He was an admired leader in the community.
He was an admired leader in the community.
Grammar Patterns
((an admired sth.)) respected and approved of She is a much-admired author.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respected, esteemed, revered; Antonyms: despised, scorned
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'admire'. The '-ed' suffix indicates a state resulting from the action.
Memory Tips
If someone is 'admired', it means people 'admire' them. The '-ed' shows they are the receiver of the admiration.