Synonyms of cherished

cherished 1 of 2

adjective

as in loved

granted special treatment or attention

a cherished heirloom that has been in the family for generations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• loved
• beloved
• precious
• favorite
• special
• darling
• adored
• sweet
• favored
• dear
• pet
• fond
• admired
• appreciated
• revered
• treasured
• fair-haired
• white-headed
• esteemed
• prized
• preferred
• relished

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• despised
• disliked
• hated
• detested
• ignored
• loathed
• abhorred
• forgotten
• disfavored
• abandoned
• unbeloved
• disdained
• alienated
• execrated
• abominated
• estranged
• unfavorite

cherished

2 of 2

verb

past tense of cherish

1

as in adored

to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for

promised to love and cherish her husband forever

Synonyms & Similar Words

• loved
• adored
• fell for
• worshipped
• revered
• idolized
• idealized
• carried the torch (for)
• lost one's heart (to)
• venerated
• carried a torch (for)
• reverenced
• adulated
• canonized
• deified
• delighted (in)
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• detested
• loathed
• abhorred
• antagonized
• disliked
• displeased
• execrated
• abominated
• disapproved (of)
• disgusted
• turned off
• revolted
• repulsed
• sickened
• repelled
• nauseated
• disfavored

2

as in valued

to hold dear

we shall always cherish the keepsakes that our grandmother left us

Synonyms & Similar Words

• valued
• treasured
• loved
• appreciated
• enjoyed
• prized
• respected
• admired
• regarded
• revered
• liked
• relished
• venerated
• reverenced
• delighted (in)
• fancied
• enshrined
• set store by
• esteemed
• grooved (on)
• memorialized
• reveled (in)
• idolized
• dug
• caressed
• adored
• worshipped
• apprized
• doted (on)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hated
• despised
• undervalued
• loathed
• detested
• abhorred
• execrated
• scorned
• abominated
• disdained
• disvalued
• abandoned
• disparaged
• sniffed (at)
• neglected
• slighted
• snubbed
• minimized
• scouted
• belittled
• depreciated
• decried
• deprecated
• put down
• forgot
• wrote off
• high-hatted
• cried down
• bad-mouthed
• kissed off

3

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• had
• held
• retained
• harbored
• entertained
• cultivated
• bore
• remembered
• maintained
• treasured
• kept
• nursed
• preserved
• nurtured
• held on to
• hugged
• fostered
• sustained
• hung on to
• carried
• supported
• stuck (to)
• clung (to)
• cleaved (to)
• fixated (on or upon)
• obsessed (about or over)
• brooded (about or over)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• neglected
• ignored
• disregarded
• denied
• overlooked
• dropped
• rejected
• forgot
• refused
• abandoned
• repudiated
• scorned
• declined
• discarded
• renounced
• deserted
• disdained
• quit
• gave up
• abjured
• erased
• parted (with)
• forsook
• threw out
• expunged

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cherished

Adjective

The Emerging Filmmakers Program A long-standing partnership between HSDFF and Arkansas TV, the Emerging Filmmakers Program is one of HSDFF’s most cherished educational initiatives. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Beyond the estate’s gates, Asheville has grown alongside it into one of the South’s most cherished mountain destinations. — Abby Price, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2026

The Spanish brand has also announced the revival of one of its most cherished race bikes, the TSS350. — Bultaco, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026

The cherished cult classic from 1985 is an ideal showcase for Curry’s impeccable physical humor and timing. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Aug. 2026

With the gym restored, Gallatin Shalom Zone plans to double enrollment in its youth programs and introduce new sports leagues to keep children active and engaged year-round, while also preserving a cherished local landmark. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

His return ensures continuity for fans of the annual tournament and allows Ravech to maintain a cherished assignment despite significant professional changes. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

This kind of degradation of cherished places and traditions can threaten shared experiences that help communities stay connected. — Fiona Doherty, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026

The Inn at Langley opened in 1989, becoming a cherished getaway for guests craving a blend of island time and all-American charm, only about an hour away from Seattle. — Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026

Verb

Through creativity, passion, and craftsmanship, that dream becomes something tangible, something that can be worn, cherished, and passed on through generations. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026

The amount of visitors that crowded the hospital lobby at a moment’s notice is a testament to how beloved and cherished Chad was, and always will be. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 20 Sep. 2026

For two people whose careers unfold on enormous stages, time away from the spotlight is to be cherished. — Chiara Barzini, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

City spokesperson Carrie Lujan said the 80-seat theater provided an intimate experience that performers and patrons alike cherished over the past 30 years. — Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2026

In just four years, Keegan had spurred a disintegrating club into a united entity known for its energy and style, cherished as the ‘Entertainers’. — Michael Walker, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026

But despite their ups and downs, Chandrasekhar ultimately cherished his time with the actor. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Passed down orally for centuries, these vakhs became some of the earliest and most influential works of Kashmiri literature and were cherished by both Hindu and Muslim communities. — Peter Dziedzic, The Conversation, 30 July 2026

Fig trees are cherished for their unique sweet fruit and attractive leaves. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 28 July 2026