Dearest

ˈdɪə(r)ɪst

adjectiveBeginner📊CommonEmotion
2 meanings1 idiom/phrase2 questions

Definitions

2 meanings
1

Most beloved; most cherished; held in highest regard.

ˈdɪə(r)ɪst

adjectivepositiveBeginner
Emotion

Most loved or cherished

My dearest mother, thank you for always supporting me.

💡 Simply: Like your bestest friend or the person you love the most! It means you care about them more than anyone else.

👶 For kids: The person you love the most!

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2

He wrote a poem to his dearest wife.

How It's Used

Personal relationships

"My dearest friend, thank you for everything."

Literary

"She wrote a letter to her dearest love."

2

A person who is loved the most.

ˈdɪə(r)ɪst

nounpositiveIntermediate
Relationship

A beloved person

My dearest, I can't wait to see you again.

💡 Simply: The person you love and care for the most. Could be a friend, family member, or partner.

👶 For kids: The person you love the most!

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2

She sent a gift to her dearest.

How It's Used

Romantic

"My dearest, I miss you."

Literary

"Farewell, my dearest."

Tip:Think of the person you consider most important in your life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Idioms & expressions

my dearest

An affectionate address to a loved one.

"My dearest, I've missed you so much."

From Middle English derest, superlative of dere (“dear”).

The word 'dearest' has been used for centuries to express deep affection in letters, poems, and literature.

Memory tip

Think of the person you love the most. They are your dearest.

Word Origin

LanguageOld English
Original meaning

"dear, valued"

Base: dear
my dearestdearest frienddearest love

Common misspellings

dearestsdeareast

Usage

60%Spoken
40%Written