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 adored
to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for
promised to love and cherish her husband forever
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as in valued
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
Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Monroe University said McCleod was a cherished member of its basketball team.
—Katie Houlis, CBS News, 6 June 2026
History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 May 2026
After the final whistle blew, Poulin, 35, got the chance to share the win with her wife and cherished teammate.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
Mansour Kaziha Kaziha was a cherished member of the Islamic Center’s community.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 19 May 2026
The luxury residential club community has its roots in a cherished getaway that attracted local families to the shores of the Oconee River a century ago.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
One of the last of its kind, The Corner Bookstore is a cherished gem of Carnegie Hill, open since 1978!
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 14 May 2026
Marry Similar Styles Combining households is a challenging task, and both husband and wife had acquired many cherished pieces over the years.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 June 2026
Santiago and Gonzalez, however, spoke for many who cherished their inexpensive night at the Coliseum, in the City of Angels itself, during their nation’s statement victory.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
Still, O'Halloran cherished his relationship with his fellow fighter.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Following the eviction, some Britons expressed concern for the fate of the dogs that the queen cherished so dearly.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 7 June 2026
While reaching a tremendous audience, Persepolis was perhaps most cherished by women like Satrapi herself.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 June 2026
The stunning beaches of the Salento are nearby, the region’s wine is top-flight, and its earthy cuisine is among the most cherished in Italy.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Claiborne cherished his relationship with his mother, who crisscrossed town working multiple jobs to support him and his four brothers.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Andrew Rannells and Casey Wilson also set aside time to speak to THR about what makes the show so cherished by viewers.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Adjective
This jewelry is purpose-made for the creation of cherished memories.
—Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Monroe University said McCleod was a cherished member of its basketball team.
—Katie Houlis, CBS News, 6 June 2026
History buffs can come learn more about the most cherished collections on display, such as glowing minerals.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 May 2026
After the final whistle blew, Poulin, 35, got the chance to share the win with her wife and cherished teammate.
—Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 21 May 2026
Mansour Kaziha Kaziha was a cherished member of the Islamic Center’s community.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 19 May 2026
The luxury residential club community has its roots in a cherished getaway that attracted local families to the shores of the Oconee River a century ago.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
One of the last of its kind, The Corner Bookstore is a cherished gem of Carnegie Hill, open since 1978!
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 14 May 2026
Marry Similar Styles Combining households is a challenging task, and both husband and wife had acquired many cherished pieces over the years.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Verb
Devil Wears Prada was always cherished by female moviegoers, and part 2 here brought together the series original director David Frankel, scribe Aline Brosh McKenna and stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 June 2026
Santiago and Gonzalez, however, spoke for many who cherished their inexpensive night at the Coliseum, in the City of Angels itself, during their nation’s statement victory.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
Still, O'Halloran cherished his relationship with his fellow fighter.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Following the eviction, some Britons expressed concern for the fate of the dogs that the queen cherished so dearly.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 7 June 2026
While reaching a tremendous audience, Persepolis was perhaps most cherished by women like Satrapi herself.
—News Desk, Artforum, 4 June 2026
The stunning beaches of the Salento are nearby, the region’s wine is top-flight, and its earthy cuisine is among the most cherished in Italy.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
Claiborne cherished his relationship with his mother, who crisscrossed town working multiple jobs to support him and his four brothers.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Andrew Rannells and Casey Wilson also set aside time to speak to THR about what makes the show so cherished by viewers.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cherished
Adjective
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One of the most impactful moments for Evers happened at an event for Gold Star families, who lost a loved one in the line of duty.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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The nonprofit has purchased vehicles for patients who struggled to get to treatment and has provided assistance with funeral arrangements for families who have lost loved ones.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 Dec. 2025
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Above all, though, Melissa and Mark Hortman were parents who adored their children.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Jordan was involved in wrestling since 2022, been a part of NAP Wrestling since 2023, and has adored wrestling for essentially his entire life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Now Einbinder's focus has shifted from seeking validation for herself to uplifting and supporting fellow artists to ensure they feel seen and valued.—
Kirsten Acuna,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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Musk has ranked as the world’s richest person since May 2024, and his fortune is valued at $788 billion as of Wednesday.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Those, to me, were the people that had a lot more to say after the reunion ended.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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First, Iraq had a great chance in the box that was slickly deflected out of bounds by a tackle from Norway left back David Møller Wolfe.—
NBC News,
NBC news,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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The beloved character is depicted here as a promising but rebellious Royal Navy air crewman who's recruited by MI6.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Dec. 2025
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Kodi's adoption comes seven months after her beloved dog Mongo went missing.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
12 Dec. 2025
Verb
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It’s treasured for its buttery texture and rich flavor, which come from the fish’s high natural oil and omega-3 content.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
20 May 2026
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Designer Jean Patou first thought to create this ethereal scent during the Great Depression, as a potential revitalization of his business by offering something that could make someone feel rare and treasured with just a spritz.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
Verb
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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As an artist who spent much of her life designing jewelry, Joy would have understood the sentiment behind transforming something precious into a lasting piece of art.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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June's new moon is finally upon us, bringing with it a handful of precious dark nights in which to explore the wonders of the starry sky, before the familiar sight of the waxing lunar crescent returns to hide fainter targets from view.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
14 June 2026
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“Cherished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cherished. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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