cherish

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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 Nancy was gorgeous, wealthy, and cherished by those who knew her—from the outside, her life was perfect. Denise Petski, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025 So my hope is that audiences watch the play and want to create alternative spaces for Black people to actually be and exist and care for each other, and cherish being present with each other without being confined. Ashley Lee, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025 Our 2005 Week continues here with a conversation with Bow Wow about his stellar 2005, a year full of big hits, big videos and big tours, which fans still cherish 20 years later. Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2025 Giese-Hurst cherishes a book on Garyton School by David W. Lasayko. Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cherish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherish
Verb
  • Courtesy of Loloi The collaboration is rounded out by 20 throw pillows, which Brent loves for their ability to encourage individuality.
    Morgan Goldberg, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2025
  • California For Subscribers Canadian snowbirds love Palm Springs.
    Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Romaine Salad With Oranges And Radishes Recipe: Potato-And-Rutabaga Gratin Recipe: Hummingbird Sheet Cake Staying tried-and-true to a traditional menu might satisfy your older relatives, but sometimes breaking from tradition makes a meal more memorable and treasured.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Like the others, Maradona treasured his relationship with Raccuglia just as much as Raccuglia treasured him.
    Rory Smith, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Elsewhere, Colorado does have strict policies in place for its athletics Hall of Fame.
    Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2025
  • The movie set, like all others, should have only had blanks on hand, but somehow a number of live rounds made their way to the location and one such bullet ended up in the gun that went off as Hutchins and Baldwin lined up a shot in an old church.
    Marco della Cava, USA Today, 1 May 2025
Verb
  • For the first time, people who have long adored his work finally understood his genius beyond just the writing and creating of great pictures.
    Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The next video is great for curious kids who adore animals.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 18 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • With easy access to the River Thames, Battersea Park, and the fashionable boutiques and restaurants of Chelsea’s King’s Road and Sloane Square, residents will appreciate the quality of their home amidst the lively city atmosphere.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Kate previously shared on a podcast that growing up, her family taught her the importance of appreciating the outdoors.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • At the lowest income levels, only about 13% of households held retirement accounts in 2022, according to the federal Survey of Consumer Finances.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Today, a total of five firms hold significant shares in the defense market, each with annual revenue that exceeds $10 billion.
    MICHAEL BROWN, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Ultimately, the new police chief must value community, embrace diversity, and promote a responsive, inclusive approach to law enforcement.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
  • No one is taking Terry Rozier at this point, Jaime Jaquez Jr. certainly is a diminished asset and Duncan Robinson likely would be most valued as an expiring contract.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Current borrowers should retain access to IBR, depending on legislative outcomes.
    Robert Farrington, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Even nestled into a tortilla with hot eggs, cheese and steam, the potatoes retain their crunch on the drive home.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2025

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“Cherish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherish. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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