66 Synonyms & Antonyms For DEAR

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    • Definitions dear [deer] / dɪər / ADJECTIVE beloved, favorite Synonyms STRONG close darling familiar intimate pet WEAK cherished doll face endeared esteemed loved precious prized respected treasured Antonyms STRONG cool unfriendly WEAK cheap common despised hateful inexpensive low-priced unimportant valueless worthless ADJECTIVE very expensive Synonyms STRONGEST valuable STRONG fancy high steep stiff WEAK an arm and a leg at a premium cher costly high-priced out of sight overpriced pretty penny pricey prized Antonyms STRONG moderate soft WEAK cheap common despised hateful inexpensive low-priced unimportant valueless worthless NOUN beloved person Synonyms STRONGEST honey STRONG darling favorite heartthrob love lover pet sweetheart treasure WEAK loved one precious Antonyms STRONG enemy foe hate WEAK despised

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    ‘Don’t be silly, dear. I can walk on my own,’ Bubbe replies sharply.

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    “It’s a valid question. These, my dear, are no ordinary cameras. These,” he said, patting the camera by his side like it was a dog, “these detect Butterflies.”

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    Douglass, the most famous Black man in America, exchanged frequent letters with Amy, writing, “Your family was always very dear to me …”

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    “Doesn’t get out much, the Major. Stays close to home. Poor dear. I suggested an outing once. ‘Let’s cross the river,’ I said.

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    In a low whisper, Mama said, “Oh, thank you, dear Lord. Oh, thank you. I’ll be forever grateful.”

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    adorable affectionate alas angels angel beloved beloved close costly costlier costliest darling devoted endearing expensive exorbitant familiar favorites favorite favorite flame high honey idol idols important intimate invaluable lady's man loves lovers lover love loving more adorable more beloved more expensive more familiar most beloved most adorable most loving most valuable near pet pet pets precious precious priceless sincerest sincere sumptuous sweeter sweetest sweet sweetie pie sweetie sweetheart unreasoned unreasonable valuable valued

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