DEAR





Definition:

  1. [adverb] with affection; "she loved him dearly"; "he treats her affectionately"
    Synonyms: ly, affectionately

  2. [adverb] at a great cost; "he paid dearly for the food"; "this cost him dear"
    Synonyms: ly

  3. [noun] a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
    Synonyms: beloved, est, loved one, honey, love

  4. [noun] a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
    Synonyms: lamb

  5. [adjective] dearly loved
    Synonyms: beloved, darling

  6. [adjective] with or in a close or intimate relationship; "a good friend"; "my sisters and brothers are near and dear"
    Synonyms: good, near

  7. [adjective] earnest; "one's dearest wish"; "devout wishes for their success"; "heartfelt condolences"
    Synonyms: devout, earnest, heartfelt

  8. [adjective] having a high price; "costly jewelry"; "high-priced merchandise"; "much too dear for my pocketbook"; "a pricey restaurant"
    Synonyms: costly, high-priced, pricey, pricy

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