beloved

adjective

be·​loved bi-ˈləvd  -ˈlə-vəd 

bē-

: dearly loved : dear to the heart

our beloved grandmother

a beloved public figure

beloved noun

Synonyms

• loved
• cherished
• favorite
• precious
• darling

Examples of beloved in a Sentence

He is a beloved public figure.

an actor beloved by millions of fans

one of the city's most beloved buildings

Recent Examples on the Web

The travel centers, which are often as big as football fields, are beloved for their pristine bathrooms, competitive fuel prices and the permanently grinning beaver mascot with the thousand-yard stare. —Diana Leyva, The Tennessean, 11 July 2025

This panel brings together beloved Hallmark stars for a celebration of feel-good fandom. —Adam B. Vary, Variety, 11 July 2025

Many of these beloved products have taken TikTok by storm, captivating audiences with their effectiveness. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025

Meanwhile, fantasy buffs can marvel at beloved landmarks like Bag End and The Shire’s Rest during the Middle‑earth Halfling Marathon, a March 2026 event that takes place across the Hobbiton Movie Set. —Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from past participle of beloven to love, from be- + loven to love

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing beloved

• well-beloved

Rhymes for beloved

• gloved
• loved
• shoved
• unloved

Kids Definition

beloved

adjective

be·​loved bi-ˈləv(-ə)d 

: dearly loved

beloved noun