cherished
Translation
cherished, treasured, valued
Examples
This necklace is my most cherished possession.
This necklace is my most cherished possession.
He spoke of his cherished memories of childhood.
He spoke of his cherished memories of childhood.
Grammar Patterns
a cherished ((noun)) This is a cherished family heirloom.
Similar Words
Synonyms: treasured, prized, precious, beloved; Antonyms: neglected, despised
Etymology
The past participle of the verb 'to cherish'. The '-ed' suffix marks it as a past participle, often used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of something that has been 'cherished' over time. The '-ed' ending shows this action has happened to the noun it describes.