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cherished

/ˈtʃɛɹɪʃt/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Beloved or highly valued; dear or precious.

  • verb

    To value highly; prize or esteem.


Antonyms

despise , despised
Synonyms

treasured
Rhymes
Words rhyming with cherished
desired , admired , expired , tired , wired , acquired
Variants
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cherish , cherishable , cherished , cherisher , cherishers , cherishes , cherishing
Etymology
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From Old French cheriser ‘dear, precious, love, cherish’, from chers ‘dear, precious, beloved’.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'cherish' comes from the Old French word 'cheriser', which means 'to love'.

  2. The word 'cherished' is often used in the context of family and relationships. For example, a parent might cherish their children or a spouse might cherish their partner.


Related Concepts
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  1. beloved: A person or thing that is loved and cherished.

  2. precious: Something that is highly valued and not easily replaced.


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The word 'cherished' is often used in literature and poetry to describe strong feelings of love, attachment, and appreciation. It is also used metaphorically to refer to things that are highly valued or treasured, such as memories, traditions, or possessions.

How to Memorize "cherished"

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    - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'cherished' starts with the same letter as 'charm' and 'cherry', which can help you remember the meaning of the word.


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