prized
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɹaɪzd// prized
adj. considered very valuable or important. You use this to describe something that people care about a lot and want to keep safe.
adj. highly valued or esteemed; regarded as a great treasure. Often used attributively to describe possessions or qualities that are deeply cherished.
The athlete showed off her prized gold medal.
The collector kept his most prized stamps in a locked glass case to protect them from sunlight.
In many cultures, the oral traditions of elders are among the most prized assets of the community, serving as a vital link to a shared historical identity.
Usage
Typically used as an adjective before a noun (attributive) or after a linking verb (predicative).