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dearest

The correct spelling is dearest.

How to pronounce dearest

/ˈdɪəɹɪst/
adjective

IPA: /ˈdɪəɹɪst/

Say it like: Dee-res-t

The correct spelling is dearest. High in price; expensive. For example: "The dearer the jewel, the greater the love expressed."

Usage Examples

The dearer the jewel, the greater the love expressed.

Such dear embrace tenderly comforts even in this dear sorrow.

The dearer the giver, the dearer the trinket he brings!

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.High in price; expensive.
  2. 2.Loved; lovable.
  3. 3.Loving, affectionate, heartfelt
  4. 4.Precious to or greatly valued by someone.
  5. 5.A formal way to start (possibly after my) addressing somebody at the beginning of a letter, memo etc.

noun

  1. 1.A beloved person; a term of endearment.

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