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Synonym Chooser

How is the word cherish different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of cherish are appreciate, prize, treasure, and value. While all these words mean "to hold in high estimation," cherish implies a special love and care for something.

cherishes her children above all

When can appreciate be used instead of cherish?

In some situations, the words appreciate and cherish are roughly equivalent. However, appreciate often connotes sufficient understanding to enjoy or admire a thing's excellence.

appreciates fine wine

When would prize be a good substitute for cherish?

The synonyms prize and cherish are sometimes interchangeable, but prize implies taking a deep pride in something one possesses.

Americans prize their freedom

Where would treasure be a reasonable alternative to cherish?

Although the words treasure and cherish have much in common, treasure emphasizes jealously safeguarding something considered precious.

a treasured memento

When could value be used to replace cherish?

The meanings of value and cherish largely overlap; however, value implies rating a thing highly for its intrinsic worth.

values our friendship

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of cherish And in that there is love too—and that is worth cherishing. Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 Instead of feeling seen or cherished in any way, one (or both) begins to view the relationship as an obligation. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 Nancy had been distraught when the honky-tonk crooner died, and cherished what seemed to be a genuine friendship with West in the immediate months after Jones’ death that quickly blossomed into romance. Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2025 These meaningful songs, cherished by both the members and MOAs, added a special touch to the concert’s finale. Billboard Korea, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cherish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherish
Verb
  • Ortega's ensemble, from the Givenchy by Sarah Burton fall/winter 2025 ready-to-wear collection, features an elaborate top piece of oversized gemstones and pearls strung together to create a kind of blouse fit for a particularly jewel-loving queen.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Grandma got to see Matilda, Matilda loves her grandma.
    Brian Anthony Hernandez, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • China’s example can remind Americans to treasure their country’s pluralism, Wang suggests, while also teaching them something about how to build.
    The New Yorker, New Yorker, 15 Sep. 2025
  • The line’s latest fall drop is full of the very accessories that Gaines treasures most.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The sensor handles up to 70Gs of acceleration and has a sensitivity of up to 30,000 dots per inch (DPI).
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2025
  • The remaining 10 analysts have a hold equivalent rating.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • As of Friday, the heartwarming video has been viewed nearly 12,000 times and has gathered almost 2,500 likes, with viewers leaving a flood of adoring comments.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
  • For McPherson and her adoring fans, Minnie Bell’s is less a new beginning than a warm return.
    The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Some restaurants have chosen to raise prices, while others have reduced their portion sizes, neither of which their customers appreciate.
    Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
  • So, useful suggestions should be appreciated.
    Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lift the wiper arms gently and make sure they're held firmly in place.
    Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 18 Sep. 2025
  • And the timing of Williams’ recent improvement may represent a good sign for the Yankees, who are still holding onto a glimmer of hope of winning the AL East while attempting to secure the first wild-card spot and homefield advantage.
    Larry Fleisher, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • But valuing ‘people’ requires more than a broad platitude.
    Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • The move comes weeks after Union Pacific announced the acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern in a deal valued at $85 billion.
    Sean Conlon, CNBC, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The brands that double down on efforts to retain customers through engagement and personalized experiences stand to win on two fronts–retaining more customers while attracting consumers dissatisfied with their current banking experience.
    Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
  • Always in darkness, PSRs are thought to retain water ice that, if present, could be converted into drinkable water, breathable oxygen and rocket fuel.
    Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2025

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“Cherish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherish. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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