cherished

• Descreve algo ou alguém profundamente amado, valorizado ou protegido com carinho. Pode indicar tanto afeto especial quanto algo guardado com muito apreço.

Describes something or someone that is deeply loved, valued, or protected.

1. Loved and valued deeplyB2formal

   Held dear; treated with affection and care.

   Querido

   • She kept her cherished childhood memories in a box.
   • He is a cherished member of our community.
   • The old photograph is one of her most cherished possessions.

   Sinônimosadoredbeloveddearlovedprecioustreasuredvalued

   Antônimosabandoneddespiseddetestedhatedneglectedrejectedscornedunloved

2. Protected and nurturedB2formal

   Kept safe and cared for with great attention.

   Protegido e cuidado com carinho

   • The cherished garden was watered every morning.
   • They have a cherished tradition of family dinners every Sunday.
   • The cherished friendship lasted for decades.

   Sinônimosprotectedshelteredtreasured

   Antônimosabandonedignoredneglected

• Verbo usado para expressar o ato de valorizar, cuidar ou tratar alguém ou algo com carinho e afeição, mantendo-o próximo e protegido.

A verb used to express the act of holding something dear, protecting, or caring for someone or something with affection.

1. Hold dearB2formal

   To protect and care for someone or something lovingly.

   Estimar

   • She cherishes her grandmother's ring.
   • He cherishes the time spent with his family.
   • They cherish their friendship above all else.

   Sinônimosadoreappreciatecare forlovenurturepreserveprizereveretreasurevalue

   Antônimosabandondespisedisregardforsakeneglect

2. Keep in mindB2formal

   To keep a feeling or memory in one's mind with fondness.

   Guardar na memória

   • I cherish the memories of our vacation together.
   • She cherishes the hope of seeing him again.
   • He cherishes the thought of her smile.

   Sinônimosappreciateprizerelishsavortreasurevalue

   Antônimosdisregardforgetneglect