dearest

/ˈdɪrɪst/
noun
  1. A beloved person; used as a term of endearment.
    • She is the dearest of all my friends.
    • Come here, my dearest, and give me a hug.
    • He wrote a poem for his dearest.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Most loved or cherished; used to address someone you love very much.
    • My dearest friend, I will always be here for you.
    • He whispered, 'You are my dearest treasure.'
    • She wrote a letter to her dearest grandmother.
  2. Most expensive or costly (in terms of money).
    • That diamond necklace is the dearest item in the store.
    • During the shortage, fuel became the dearest commodity.
    • She bought the dearest ticket just to get a front-row seat.
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