beloved

Definition for beloved

adjective as in adored

Strongest matches

admired, cherished, dear, esteemed, favorite, hallowed, loved, popular, prized, respected, revered, treasured, venerated, well-liked

Strong matches

darling, dearest, pet, pleasing, sweet

Weak matches

cared for, doted on, endeared, fair-haired, highly regarded, highly valued, idolized, near to one's heart, precious, worshiped

noun as in someone adored

Strong matches

baby, beau, boyfriend, darling, dear, dearest, flame, girlfriend, heartthrob, honey, idol, inamorato, love, lover, pet, steady, sugar, sweetheart, treasure

Weak matches

fiancé, fiancée, first and last, love of my life, number one, numero uno, object of affection, one and only, significant other, tootsie, truelove

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Even for a beloved and wealthy celebrity, it was pretty brave.

From Salon

Last weekend James from South Korea travelled 5,500 miles to Brighton to watch his beloved Tottenham play for the first time, paying £900 for a ticket from an unauthorised resale website.

From BBC

Coyle replaces Malloe, a universally beloved and respected assistant who left the team last week as part of what was described as a mutual parting of the ways after the team’s disappointing start.

From Los Angeles Times

In Ava Pickett's fresh adaptation, being staged at London's Rose Theatre, Emma Woodhouse still has all the trademark traits of our beloved original heroine – she's clever, quick-witted, meddling, haughty and occasionally cruel.

From BBC

There’s no magic formula for knowing when —or if — to euthanize a beloved pet, but preparation and trusting your gut can help smooth the way.

From Los Angeles Times

Browse

beloved

Example Sentences

Related Words