Answer: relished

AnswerCrossword Clue
RELISHEDLapped up
RELISHEDEnjoyed
RELISHEDReally enjoyed
RELISHEDEnjoyed.
RELISHEDSavored
RELISHEDGot a kick out of
relishedMake pleasant to the taste; add relish to
relishedRELISH, to enjoy (to take pleasure in)
relishedEnjoy greatly
relishedBe pleased by or about