dear

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dear  /ˈdɪr/ ? Meaning of "dear"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
  2. (n) a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
  3. (adj) dearly loved
  4. (adj) with or in a close or intimate relationship
  5. (adj) earnest
  6. (adj) having a high price
  7. (adv) with affection
  8. (adv) at a great cost

Synonym(s)

dearest, honey, love, lamb, good, near

Derived Word(s)

dearness

Quotes

  1. "I was deeply saddened this evening when I heard of Jerry Ford's death," former first lady Nancy Reagan said in a statement. "Ronnie and I always considered him a dear friend and close political ally."
    on Dec 26, 2006 By: Nancy Reagan Source: Guardian Unlimited

  2. In a statement to ABC News, Osmond said, "My family and I are devastated and in deep shock by the tragic loss of our dear Michael and ask that everyone respect our privacy during this difficult time."
    on Mar 1, 2010 By: Marie Osmond Source: ABC News

  3. "I want to take a moment to say how distraught and terribly shaken I am over the news of my dear friend, my dear, dear friend, Ted Kennedy," Byrd said. "Ted, Ted, my dear friend, I love you, and I miss you."
    on May 20, 2008 By: Robert Byrd Source: CBS News

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