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adjective

bi-ˈləvd How to pronounce beloved (audio)
Definition of belovednext
as in loved
granted special treatment or attention her beloved cat sleeps in its own little bed

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beloved

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noun

as in darling
a person with whom one is in love searching for some incredibly romantic spot in which to ask his beloved to marry him

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Recent Examples of beloved
Adjective
The Whistle Stop Café was a mere movie set when the beloved movie Fried Green Tomatoes was filmed there in 1991. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026 As the family loses another beloved member, The Sopranos alums are grieving the death of Vincent Pastore. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
Miller also strategically employs the Pietà in his Confederate Women’s Monument, turning to Michelangelo’s later Depositional group from the Pietà Bandini, in which the dead Christ is not draped on Mary’s lap and knees but undulates across the bodies of his earthbound beloveds. — Horace D. Ballard, Artforum, 22 Apr. 2026 But who, in this case, is the beloved? — New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beloved
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beloved
  1. loved
  2. darling
  3. cherished
  4. sweetheart
  5. favorite
  6. dear
  7. precious
  8. lover
Adjective
  • For many people, body art is a meaningful way to commemorate a milestone, honor a loved one of simply express their individuality.
    — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Among those still searching for loved ones is Mary Cruz Andueza.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
Definition of loved
Noun
  • Once a darling of the 90s—and often paired with glossy, plastic finishes—teal now feels more nostalgic than fresh.
    — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
  • My daddy—who saw me as the most beautiful girl in the world—always wanted his darling daughter close to him.
    — Jenisha Watts, The Atlantic, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of darling
Adjective
  • 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
  • Universities must evolve into learning organizations, balancing cherished traditions with ongoing institutional renewal to remain relevant and effective in a rapidly changing world.
    — David Rosowsky, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of cherished
Noun
  • Deadline revealed earlier this week that Meta Golding would be joining the series regular cast for Season 2 as Mel, Angelo’s childhood sweetheart.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 30 July 2026
  • His wife and high school sweetheart, Midori Matsuoka Carpenter, is the executive director of the North Kansas Schools Education Foundation.
    — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Definition of sweetheart
Adjective
  • Her children are named Orlando and Ophelia after the place where her son was conceived and her favorite Taylor Swift song, respectively.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 22 July 2026
  • Readers cast 661,000 votes this year for their favorite cities, airlines, hotels and more, with editors describing the rankings as a snapshot of places resonating with travelers today.
    — Kimberly Tutuska, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
Definition of favorite
Noun
  • Roberts hopes the new restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner and features a full bar specializing in classic Southern cocktails and bellinis, will give guests a taste of the flavors and comfort he’s held dear for decades.
    — Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 Feb. 2026
  • Early on, Leonardo Spinazzola made a mistake similar to the one Billy Gilmour committed last week, one that cost Napoli dear against Torino.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2025
Definition of dear
Adjective
  • The romantic gesture set off a trend and from around 1790 to 1830, miniature artists began to house these tiny eyes in jewels as precious keepsakes.
    — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The middle of the infield, in particular, has struggled offensively and with precious little power.
    — Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of precious
Noun
  • For dessert, there’s a delicious coconut cake or, for the chocolate lovers, a fancy sort of s’mores cake.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • That Lane, an animal lover who excels at cracking open crazy stories with humor, heart, and a litany of perspectives, would follow Flaco is no surprise.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 30 July 2026
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