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dear - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
dear
Definition
(noun) a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
Synonyms
:
beloved
,
dearest
,
honey
,
love
Definition
(noun) a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
Synonyms
:
lamb
Definition
(adj) dearly loved
Synonyms
:
beloved
,
darling
Definition
(adj) with or in a close or intimate relationship
Synonyms
:
good
,
near
Example Sentence
a good friend
my sisters and brothers are near and dear
Definition
(adj) earnest
Synonyms
:
devout
,
earnest
,
heartfelt
Example Sentence
one's dearest wish
devout wishes for their success
heartfelt condolences
Definition
(adj) having a high price
Synonyms
:
costly
,
high-priced
,
pricey
,
pricy
Example Sentence
costly jewelry
high-priced merchandise
much too dear for my pocketbook
a pricey restaurant
Definition
(adv) with affection
Synonyms
:
affectionately
,
dearly
Example Sentence
she loved him dearly
he treats her affectionately
Definition
(adv) at a great cost
Synonyms
:
dearly
Example Sentence
he paid dearly for the food
this cost him dear
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text: Oh, dear, oh, dear. Oh, dear, oh, dear.
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