sentimental value

noun

: importance to someone because of a connection with a happy time of life, a special person, etc.

The picture has sentimental value for me.

Examples of sentimental value in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

However, the state holds sentimental value to Biden, who represented Delaware in the Senate for 36 years. —Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2024

It is also speckled with sentimental value — much of which is linked to Howard’s grandmother. —Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 31 Jan. 2024

Burton's iconic bag holds sentimental value for her. —Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2024

Books that held sentimental value, but never to be read again. —Alex Milmeyster, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024

This business holds sentimental value, as it was established and nurtured by them, becoming a local staple. —Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 18 Jan. 2024

This is a great opportunity to add some new desk pals or find something with sentimental value for your significant other this Valentine’s Day. —Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 18 Jan. 2024

Some of the attendees wore jewelry with sentimental value. —Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2024

While sentimental value can be imbued in a favorite pair of jeans, a signature scent, or a treasured knickknack unearthed at a thrift shop, there’s no denying that an engagement ring holds more emotional weight than any other item a person owns. —Shelby Wax, Vogue, 5 Jan. 2024