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1
as in noticed
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged
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2
as in noted
to take notice of and be guided by
as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting
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3
as in considered
to think of in a particular way
I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety
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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of
an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers
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as in anticipated
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it
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Recent Examples of regarded
Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Apr. 2026
The once highly regarded and pricey hub for tech dreamers and fledgling startups has devolved from a breeding ground for ingenuity and innovation — a place of hope — to something closer to an American nightmare.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
The update comes courtesy of the ECMWF seasonal model, one of the most highly regarded and accurate long-term weather models used by meteorologists.
—Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 7 Apr. 2026
There is a 2006 ruling in the federal appeals court in Denver, which was written by Michael McConnell, a very highly regarded and pretty right-of-center federal appeals judge.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
However, the strategic chatterbox has the late Reggie Ossé to thank for sparking his interest in podcasts with the highly regarded and influential Combat Jack Show.
—Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2025
This has created a situation in which the most highly regarded and resourceful units can bring in more recruits, and their ability to do so has become a measure of success as other units struggle for manpower.
—Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 29 Aug. 2025
Simon Johnson, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has held continuous AZA accreditation since 1986, regarded as the highest standard for animal care and welfare.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Faced with the prospect of deciding between Urlacher, a late bloomer in high school who almost wasn’t recruited before becoming a college All-American, and Michigan State receiver Plaxico Burress, regarded throughout the NFL as gifted but immature, the Bears did not have to choose.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Green takes risks but is regarded as someone with good upside.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Each mattress on our list of the best mattresses for 2026 is highly rated, reputable and highly regarded by sleep experts.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Though the roster is regarded as Super Bowl ready, the Rams could use another receiver to complement stars Puka Nacua and Davante Adams.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Morton is tough, experienced and regarded as a good leader.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Since his untimely death, Prince has been regarded as one of the most iconic musicians of his generation.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
That’s somewhat to be expected with AJ Turner (knee) still sidelined and highly regarded true freshman Ryan Estrada not on campus until June.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Apr. 2026
The once highly regarded and pricey hub for tech dreamers and fledgling startups has devolved from a breeding ground for ingenuity and innovation — a place of hope — to something closer to an American nightmare.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 7 Apr. 2026
The update comes courtesy of the ECMWF seasonal model, one of the most highly regarded and accurate long-term weather models used by meteorologists.
—Anthony Franze, San Antonio Express-News, 7 Apr. 2026
There is a 2006 ruling in the federal appeals court in Denver, which was written by Michael McConnell, a very highly regarded and pretty right-of-center federal appeals judge.
—Isaac Chotiner, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
However, the strategic chatterbox has the late Reggie Ossé to thank for sparking his interest in podcasts with the highly regarded and influential Combat Jack Show.
—Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 5 Nov. 2025
This has created a situation in which the most highly regarded and resourceful units can bring in more recruits, and their ability to do so has become a measure of success as other units struggle for manpower.
—Nataliya Gumenyuk, Foreign Affairs, 29 Aug. 2025
Verb
Qualifying for the Champions League again via a top-five finish was regarded as the bare minimum.
—Simon Johnson, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has held continuous AZA accreditation since 1986, regarded as the highest standard for animal care and welfare.
—Ryan Brennan
april 27, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Faced with the prospect of deciding between Urlacher, a late bloomer in high school who almost wasn’t recruited before becoming a college All-American, and Michigan State receiver Plaxico Burress, regarded throughout the NFL as gifted but immature, the Bears did not have to choose.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Green takes risks but is regarded as someone with good upside.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Each mattress on our list of the best mattresses for 2026 is highly rated, reputable and highly regarded by sleep experts.
—Alora Bopray, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Though the roster is regarded as Super Bowl ready, the Rams could use another receiver to complement stars Puka Nacua and Davante Adams.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Morton is tough, experienced and regarded as a good leader.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
Since his untimely death, Prince has been regarded as one of the most iconic musicians of his generation.
—Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regarded
Verb
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Cook noticed that all of the lead characters could be said to have conflicting desires, which gave her idea of how to stage the show using the traditional singing/signing model.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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Their disappearance was not noticed for several hours and touched off a massive manhunt.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The procedures noted that in some cases, outing students to parents could be dangerous to their health and well-being, and school officials should ask the students for consent to notify their parents of the support plan.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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The news was announced in a statement from the Ministry of Culture, which noted that Giuli will neither travel to Venice for the preview of the exhibition nor attend its opening ceremony on May 9.—
Tessa Solomon,
ARTnews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After making his way back to the bench early in the fourth, Wagner was considered questionable to return due to a right calf strain.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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Lung cancer is considered the leading cause of cancer deaths across the country, according to the American Lung Association.—
Marcella Baietto,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Who hasn't admired a backyard pond and wanted one of their very own?—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
28 Apr. 2026
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Hawthorne admired his friend’s new novel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Providing a customer signature experience means a valued and distinctive experience for your customers based on the foundational elements of expert guidance, confidence in the project schedule and appreciation of their business.—
Pamela Kan,
Forbes,
1 Aug. 2022
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This especially applies to their most valued and essential employees.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Dec. 2021
Verb
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Investigators identified Gavin as a suspect after he was spotted on video surveillance using Caballero’s debit card following her death.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Fernando Mendoza isn’t expected to turn up at the NFL Draft, but he will be spotted in a commercial tied to the annual event.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After shift supervisor would come shift manager, followed by assistant manager, followed by manager, district manager.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pritchard followed with clutch 3-pointers to send Boston into the fourth quarter with a 79-74 lead.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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He’s viewed as a developmental quarterback prospect, but Green is athletic enough that he could be moved to another position or utilized as a short-yardage runner and specialty player.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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White’s struggles have helped the seventh-seeded Sixers hang around in a series most viewed as a clear mismatch, especially with star center Joel Embiid (appendectomy) yet to suit up for Philadelphia.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Regarded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regarded. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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