darling

dar-ling · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A term of endearment for someone who is loved or cherished.

  2. 2.

    A person who is very popular or favored.

  3. 3.

    Dearly loved; cherished.

  4. 4.

    (Informal) Charming; delightful.

Forms

plural: darlings

Related words

Antonyms: enemy, foe
See also: beloved, dear, sweetheart
Synonyms: beloved, dear, honey, sweetheart

Etymology

From Old English deorling, from deore meaning "dear, precious" with the diminutive suffix -ling. Originally meant "one who is dear" and has been used as a term of affection since the 15th century.