well liked

Enjoyed by many

Well liked describes someone or something that many people enjoy, approve of, or feel warmly toward.

The phrase emphasizes breadth of appeal rather than intensity—a well-liked teacher isn't necessarily beloved, but is generally regarded favorably by most students.

She was well liked by her colleagues.

Also spelled *well-liked* when used before a noun: a well-liked neighborhood restaurant.

Related

appreciated · trusted · esteemed · adored · recognized · celebrated · revered · relatable · respected · good reputation · favored · crowd-pleaser · crowd favorite · praised · dearest · valued · endearing · accepted

Opposites
social approval

well likeddespised

Intensely disliked, held contemptible

hated · loathed · detested · reviled · unpopular

social prominence

well likedignored

Purposely not noticed

overlooked · forgotten · invisible · unnoticed · anonymous

social visibility and status

well likedshunned

Persistently avoided socially

ostracized · outcast · pariah · excluded · rejected

Family

well, liked, like, likeable, likability, liking, likes, unliked, wellness

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G