Synonyms for

Dearest

Verb / ˈdɪrʌst / Another word for dearest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

most loved or cherished

Synonyms & similar words

pricy earnest pricey near beloved heartfelt devout highpriced dear costly honey darling love good beloved darling precious favorite cherished treasured sweetheart honey baby angel gem jewel paramour beau adored favored

Synonyms by register

Formal

cherished beloved valued esteemed

Informal

loved favorite special sweetheart

Literary

beloved precious darling

Antonyms

cheapest least expensive most expensive priciest costliest unloved disliked

Common collocations

  • my dearest
  • dearest friend
  • dearest wish
  • dearest love
  • dearest darling
  • dearest memory
  • dearest moments

Word family

adjective dear
adverb dearly

Usage note

Often used in direct address to express affection or in reference to something highly valued. Can also refer to the highest price, though this is less common in everyday speech.

Example sentences

  1. My dearest mom baked me a cake for my birthday.
  2. My dearest pet is my cat, Whiskers.
  3. The dearest memory I have is from my childhood.
  4. I love my dearest sister so much.
  5. I always keep my dearest possessions safe.

Quotes

  • 'My dearest friend,' said he, 'I wish you the joy of such a bride.' - Jane Austen
  • 'Oh, my dearest love,' I said, 'I'm so sorry.' - Stephenie Meyer
  • 'My dearest friend,' replied Mr. Bennet, 'you must not expect such girls to have the sense of their father and mother.' - Jane Austen

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