Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A term often used to show affection or respect towards someone. It can also indicate something expensive or cherished.
Dear
/dɪə/Synonyms:
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This word has no antonymsExamples:
'My dears,' said Miss Pole next day, very pleased.'Yes, my dearest mathematician, fortunately, fortunately, fortunately!'Dearer, much dearer than ever.'
Etymology:
From Old English "dēore," meaning beloved or precious, which originates from Proto-Germanic "deuzaz." Related to Dutch "duur" and German "teuer."
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