dearest

• Utilisé pour exprimer de l'affection ou de la tendresse envers quelqu'un ; indique également que quelque chose est coûteux ou précieux.

Used to express affection or fondness for someone; also used to indicate something is expensive or costly.

1. Loved or cherishedA2formal

   Regarded with deep affection or fondness.

   cher, aimé

   • She is a dear friend of mine.
   • He wrote a letter to his dear mother.
   • My dear child, I am so proud of you.

   Synonymesadoredbelovedcherisheddarlinglovedprecioustreasuredvalued

   Antonymesdespiseddetestedhatedunloved

2. ExpensiveB1formalbritish

   Costing a lot of money; high in price.

   Cher (qui coûte cher)

   • This restaurant is too dear for my budget.
   • The antique vase was very dear.
   • Everything in this shop is dear.

   Synonymescostlyexorbitantexpensivehigh-pricedpremiumpriceyvaluable

   Antonymesaffordablecheapinexpensivelow-cost

3. Used in polite addressA1formal

   Used as a polite way to address someone in a letter or conversation.

   Formule de politesse

   • Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply for the position.
   • Dear John, thank you for your kind invitation.
   • My dear lady, may I help you with your bags?

   Synonymesesteemedhonoredrespected

• Nom utilisé comme terme affectueux pour désigner une personne très aimée, exprimant un profond attachement ou une grande proximité.

A noun used as a term of endearment to refer to a beloved person, often expressing deep affection or closeness.

1. Beloved personB1formal

   A term of endearment used to address or refer to someone who is deeply loved or cherished.

   bien-aimé(e)

   • Come here, my dearest, and give me a hug.
   • She wrote a letter to her dearest friend.
   • He whispered to his dearest, 'I will always love you.'

   Synonymesbeloveddarlingdearhoneyloveloved onesweetheartsweetie