cherished (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃerɪʃt/
Definition
Held or regarded with deep affection and care.
Examples
The antique locket was a cherished family heirloom.
He cherished the simple moments he spent with his children.
She cherished the hope of one day visiting her ancestral homeland.
How to Use cherished
- cherish someone (prepositional phrase)
- To feel or show deep affection for someone. — "She cherished her best friend."
- cherish something (prepositional phrase)
- To keep something that is important to you, and to care for it. — "He cherished the old book he found."
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