VALUED Synonyms: 109 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of valued

as in loved

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verb

past tense of value

as in treasured

to hold dear a nation that values individualism and self-reliance

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as in estimated

to make an approximate or tentative judgment regarding values his stocks at $150,000 or thereabouts

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Recent Examples of valued

Adjective

As automation within organizations increases, human connection will become more valued and unique, enabling companies who use it wisely to gain a competitive advantage. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2021

Verb

Despite the spending concerns, Capital One remains attractively valued at less than 9 times consensus 2027 earnings estimates. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026 Microsoft’s stock is up 27% over the past six months and it’s valued at close to $4 trillion. — Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026 Elliot Charles Under Colorado law, theft of property valued between $5,000 and $20,000 is classified as a Class 5 felony. — Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 The company was valued at $2 billion last June, climbed to $11 billion by December, and doubled again to $22 billion in May after raising $1 billion from investors including Coatue, Sequoia Capital, and Andreessen Horowitz. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026 Thieves stole trading cards valued at nearly $1 million from a FedEx truck parked near the Santa Ana grading center of Professional Sports Authenticator. — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026 During a daytime heist that took place almost exactly one year ago, in October 2025, thieves stole million in French crown jewels collectively valued at $102 million, some of which have still not been recovered. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2026 Candle Media acquired Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine, which produces series like Big Little Lies and The Morning Show, in a deal valued at $900 million in 2021. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026 An American passport has, for generations, been not just a peaceable visa but a kind of holy grail—a thing valued above all other official documents. — Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for valued

Adjective

As investigators search for answers, a restaurant is stepping in to help grieving families and those with loved ones in the hospital.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
Friends and loved ones are mourning the man who fell to his death Monday while riding a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.

— Sarah Lynch Baldwin, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of loved

Verb

After a brief stint in the transfer portal in January, the former Hawklet stayed in Ann Arbor where his length (6-7, 310) and power in the run game are treasured.

— PJ Green September 16, Kansas City Star, 16 Sep. 2026
But sometimes, that’s the type of unassuming restaurant treasured most by loyal customers.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of treasured

Adjective

Eco effort Because Kanai is a protected area, eco efforts are top of mind.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
The result is a more efficient propulsion system that delivers greater range and energy, enabling engagement of highly maneuverable aerial threats at safer distances from protected forces.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of protected

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Apple Turnovers Grandma always appreciated a smart shortcut, and these apple turnovers have that—frozen puff pastry makes the crust on these turnovers quick and easy.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026
No longer a one-off among houses with French origins, ultra-aged American sparkling is a small but rapidly growing category appreciated by those who enjoy French-style sparkling with an American pedigree.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of appreciated

Verb

Two of these tests assessed the chip’s ability to spot unusual plasma activity and predict disruptions.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2026
Officials reviewed the play for a possible hostile act by Howard, but assessed no foul on the Atlanta guard.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of assessed

Adjective

Weigand spends much of his time on house calls, reviving cherished heirlooms that have long fallen silent.

— La'Tasha Givens, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
In a Tuesday social media post, Kansas City’s Turnsol Books described Spiegel as a cherished member of the store’s community.

— Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of cherished

Verb

Areas away from Chesapeake Bay have enjoyed abundant sunshine Thursday with a refreshing breeze and highs around 70°.

— Steven Sosna, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
His youthful face belies his ability to play in one of the most demanding positions on the field, defensive midfield, a spot usually reserved for senior professionals who’ve enjoyed decades of experience.

— Ben Church, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026