well loved

Held very dear

Well loved describes something or someone regarded with deep, widespread affection.

A well-loved book has many devoted readers.

A well-loved teacher is remembered fondly by former students.

The term implies affection earned over time rather than fleeting popularity.

Also spelled well-loved or wellloved.

Related

adored · revered · treasured · national treasure · prized · endearing · admired · appreciated · valued · respected · acclaimed · precious · esteemed · venerated · likable · honored · idolized · recognized

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Opposites
affection/regard

well lovedhated

Regarded with intense dislike

despised · loathed · detested · abhorred · unloved

social status/reception

well lovedreviled

Harshly criticized, deeply hated

unpopular · vilified · infamous · ostracized · pariah

care/attention

well lovedneglected

Not given proper attention

forgotten · abandoned · ignored · overlooked · mistreated

Family

well, loved, love, lover, lovers, loves, loving, lovingly, lovable

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