dear

adjective

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • positive : dear
  • comparative : dearer
  • superlative : dearest

Senses

  • beloved

dear

noun

Forms

  • singular : dear
  • plural : dears

Senses

  • person loved by a given individual, such as a family member or partner

dear

interjection

Compounds

In compounds

Forms

  • dear

Senses

dear

adverb

Forms

  • dear

Senses