dearest
Translation
dearest, most beloved
Examples
She is my dearest friend.
She is my dearest friend.
What is it, my dearest?
What is it, my dearest?
Grammar Patterns
my/your/etc. dearest ((sb./sth.)) my/your most beloved (sb./sth.). She is my dearest friend.
(as a noun) a term of endearment for a person. What is it, my dearest?
Similar Words
Synonyms: most beloved, most precious
Etymology
Superlative form of 'dear', from Old English 'dēorost'.
Memory Tips
It's the highest level of 'dear'. Add '-est' for 'the most'.