Synonyms for
Beloved
Definition
dearly loved; favorite
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- beloved child
- beloved pet
- beloved spouse
- beloved leader
- beloved friend
- my beloved
- our beloved
Word family
noun belovedness
adjective beloved
Usage note
Beloved is typically used as an adjective or a noun referring to someone or something deeply loved. It carries a strong positive connotation and is often used in contexts of deep affection or endearment.
Example sentences
- She is my beloved grandmother who always makes me cookies.
- My beloved cat sleeps with me every night.
- I lost my beloved necklace and I'm very sad.
- The beloved teacher retired and all the students were sad.
- The beloved princess married the prince and they lived happily ever after.
Quotes
'The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more, that plants a fire in our hearts and brings peace to our minds. And that's what you've given me. That's what I'd hoped to give you forever.' - Nicholas Sparks, The Notebook
'The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle.' - Steve Jobs
'You are my heart, my life, my one and only thought.' - Arthur Conan Doyle, The White Company