most beloved

ADJECTIVE

adored

Synonyms

STRONGEST

admired cherished dear esteemed favorite hallowed loved popular prized respected revered treasured venerated well-liked

STRONG

darling dearest pet pleasing sweet

WEAK

cared for doted on endeared fair-haired highly regarded highly valued idolized near to one's heart precious worshiped

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disliked

WEAK

despised hated

Example Sentences

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Before anyone ever saw it, one of the most beloved movies of all time was nearly destroyed by a single line of code.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

“She’s one of the most beloved pop culture figures of all time,” Yang said about her surprise appearance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

One of the most beloved things about Freddy’s American road trip diaries is that he never shows his face.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026

Founded in 1969, the Songwriters Hall of Fame annually honours those "whose work represents a spectrum of the most beloved songs from the world's popular music songbook".

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

“Even when yer used to it, it’s nice to only have the Noise of yer most beloved a-hanging round yer house. Town gets a bit rackety.”

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness