as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
a cherished heirloom that has been in the family for generations
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as in worshiped
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
promised to love and cherish her husband forever
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as in treasured
to hold dear
we shall always cherish the keepsakes that our grandmother left us
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
after all these years, she still cherishes the memory of her first summer romance
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Recent Examples of cherished
Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Despite the unprecedented challenges, Columbia University will remain a place where the pursuit of knowledge is cherished and fiercely protected, where the rule of law and due process is respected and never taken for granted, and where all members of our community are valued and able to thrive.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Our relationship with Maika is one of our most cherished in Hollywood.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
That cherished stash of albums, tapes, videos, books and sheet music is believed to be one of the largest private collections of classical piano music, FIU’s CARTA Dean Brian Schriner believes.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2025
Decades later, the Dolls’ influence would be cherished.
—Mark Kennedy, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2025
She has been overwhelmed by calls, texts, and messages from strangers sharing how much her daughter influenced their lives and how deeply she was cherished as a friend.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2025
Locals cherished invites to parties at the property.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
The photos are so so special to us and will be cherished forever.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025
Verb
Yet, for Howe, the image below will be cherished forever.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 21 Mar. 2025
Despite the unprecedented challenges, Columbia University will remain a place where the pursuit of knowledge is cherished and fiercely protected, where the rule of law and due process is respected and never taken for granted, and where all members of our community are valued and able to thrive.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Our relationship with Maika is one of our most cherished in Hollywood.
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
That cherished stash of albums, tapes, videos, books and sheet music is believed to be one of the largest private collections of classical piano music, FIU’s CARTA Dean Brian Schriner believes.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2025
Decades later, the Dolls’ influence would be cherished.
—Mark Kennedy, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2025
She has been overwhelmed by calls, texts, and messages from strangers sharing how much her daughter influenced their lives and how deeply she was cherished as a friend.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 23 Feb. 2025
Locals cherished invites to parties at the property.
—Demarco Williams, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
The photos are so so special to us and will be cherished forever.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherished
Verb
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Greg's memory will forever be treasured by his family, dearest friends, colleagues and all who loved him.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Dec. 2024
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The show is also one of three ambitious projects released this year reimagining beloved Latin American classics treasured by book lovers for their use of magical realism.—
Nicole Acevedo,
NBC News,
10 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Musk had a prominent seat in the House gallery near the First Lady, even as some Democratic lawmakers brought guests who were directly impacted by his DOGE initiatives, including fired federal workers and others who have felt the effects of a government funding freeze.—
Nik Popli,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
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So those doctors had great talent.—
TIME Staff,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The victim’s granddaughter was attending a music festival in Pennsylvania when her mother called with the tragic news of her beloved grandmother’s death.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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The success was driven by nostalgia, curiosity around what happened to the beloved characters, and most of the original actors reprising their roles, with on-set chemistry and camaraderie enriched by time.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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During 9/11, people walked down the stairs in single file and held the door open for each other.—
Rascal Kemble-Curry,
New York Daily News,
22 Mar. 2025
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Ensign said the Department of Homeland Security is complying with the law during deportations, and people could file challenges individually in Texas, where they were held before being sent to El Salvador.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Because pilots have become such a precious resource, integral to defending the infantry, Ukraine is working to relocate as many of them as possible away from the frontlines to integrated remote operations.—
ERIC SCHMIDT,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Aug. 2025
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These precious spaces, from Niagara Falls to Harlem’s Riverbank State Park — connect communities, foster environmental justice, and ensure equal access to nature for all — regardless of ZIP code or income.—
Paul Steely White,
New York Daily News,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Leicester have retained their former men’s training ground, Belvoir Drive, just outside the city centre, which is situated in a housing estate, and there is so far no information on the Land Registry of a sale.—
Rob Tanner,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Producers hold onto their rights and their IP and the value from our spend is retained in the UK, not across the Atlantic.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Marlowe Granados, the heir apparent to Loos’ life-loving joie-de-vivre—and the author of Happy Hour, one of my favorite literary treats—will reframe this classic for contemporary readers.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
19 Aug. 2025
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Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Markets like Europe and Asia’s in particular have really appreciated the sports tourer.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
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An adult/older teen home without any other pets would be appreciated.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Cherished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherished. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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