Word
cherished
Phoneticscher·ished, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtʃɛɹɪʃt/
UK/tʃˈɛɹɪʃt/
Definition
adj. loved very much and kept as something special.
adj. highly valued and treated with deep affection or care.
Examples
“She kept the old photo as a cherished memory.”
“The grandmother showed her grandchildren her cherished collection of vintage postcards.”
“Though the house had seen better days, it remained a cherished sanctuary for the family, holding decades of shared laughter and quiet evenings.”
Examples
simple
“She kept the old photo as a cherished memory.”
contextual
“The grandmother showed her grandchildren her cherished collection of vintage postcards.”
complex
“Though the house had seen better days, it remained a cherished sanctuary for the family, holding decades of shared laughter and quiet evenings.”
Usage
Often used to describe memories, possessions, or traditions.
Teaching tip
While 'expensive' refers to money, 'cherished' refers to emotional value.
Real-World Examples
“My cherished first-born will soon be off to start a big new phase of his life, shiny saucepans in tow.” “They also became a cherished family tradition, with grandmothers, daughters and grandchildren often watching together.” Synonyms
Antonyms
Word family
VERB
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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