Dictionary Check: dear

"dear" is a valid word!

Scrabble 5 points
Words with Friends 5 points

Definition

adjective

dearly loved

Synonyms:
adjective

with or in a close or intimate relationship

Example: "a good friend"
Synonyms:
adjective

sincerely earnest

Example: "one's dearest wish"
adjective

having a high price

Example: "costly jewelry"
noun

a beloved person; used as terms of endearment

noun

a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)

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