Word: dearer
High in price; expensive. Example: The dearer the jewel, the greater the love expressed.
Loved; lovable.
Loving, affectionate, heartfelt Example: Such dear embrace tenderly comforts even in this dear sorrow.
Precious to or greatly valued by someone. Example: The dearer the giver, the dearer the trinket he brings!
A formal way to start (possibly after my) addressing somebody at the beginning of a letter, memo etc. Example: Dear Sir/Madam/Miss, please notice our offices will be closed during the following bank holidays: [...].
A formal way to start (often after my) addressing somebody one likes or regards kindly. Example: My dear friend, I feel better as soon as you come sit beside my sickbed!
An ironic way to start (often after my) addressing an inferior. Example: My dear boy, if your grades don't pick up I won't bounce you on but over my knee!
Noble.
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