The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word ADORED
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More clues leading to the result ADORED
- Fuss about daughter, much loved
- Loved song and dance and wine
- A wine after party enjoyed very much
- A left-winger kept outside party much admired
- Really liked a party on extreme left
- Like a lover, visibly embarrassed after fuss
- Fuss socialist loved
- Really enjoyed a party, looking flushed
- Trouble with Ruby put on pedestal
- Song and dance and wine fancied a lot!
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The straight part
We know that "Loved" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case loved = adored.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does ADORED mean?
ADORED verb- To worship.
- To love with one's entire heart and soul; regard with deep respect and affection.
- To be very fond of.
- To adorn.