Dear ( adjective , noun , interjection )

(As an adjective)

Dear ( adjective )

1. Having a high price or cost.
2. Beloved or cherished.
3. Dearly loved.
4. Respected or admired.
5. Used to address someone in a polite or respectful way.

Origin:

Middle english der, from old english deore, from proto-germanic *deuziz.

Examples:

1. The dinner at this restaurant was dear.
2. She holds her children dear.
3. The people of this country hold their independence dear.
4. She is held dear by her colleagues.
5. Dear sir, may I have your attention please?

(As a noun)

Dear ( noun )

1. Having a high price or cost.
2. Beloved or cherished.
3. Dearly loved.
4. Respected or admired.
5. Used to address someone in a polite or respectful way.

Origin:

Middle english der, from old english deore, from proto-germanic *deuziz.

Examples:

1. The dinner at this restaurant was dear.
2. She holds her children dear.
3. The people of this country hold their independence dear.
4. She is held dear by her colleagues.
5. Dear sir, may I have your attention please?

(As an interjection)

Dear ( interjection )

1. Having a high price or cost.
2. Beloved or cherished.
3. Dearly loved.
4. Respected or admired.
5. Used to address someone in a polite or respectful way.

Origin:

Middle english der, from old english deore, from proto-germanic *deuziz.

Examples:

1. The dinner at this restaurant was dear.
2. She holds her children dear.
3. The people of this country hold their independence dear.
4. She is held dear by her colleagues.
5. Dear sir, may I have your attention please?