beloved

be-lov-ed · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Dearly loved; cherished.

  2. 2.

    A much-loved person.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    dearly beloved — A formal address, especially at weddings and funerals.
  • •
    beloved of — Loved by; favored by.

Related words

Antonyms: despised, hated, unloved
See also: cherished, dear, love, loved
Synonyms: adored, cherished, dear, loved, treasured

Etymology

From Middle English beloved, past participle of beloven ("to love"), from be- + loven ("to love").