precious

/pɹˈɛʃəs/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

adjective

1. characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
   “a cherished friend”
2. of high worth or cost
   “diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds are precious stones”
3. held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature
   “a valued friend”
4. obviously contrived to charm
   “an insufferably precious performance”

adverb

1. extremely
   “there is precious little time left”

Synonyms for precious

• cherished
• treasured
• wanted
• loved
• valuable
• valued
• worthy
• cute
• artful
• preciously

Words that rhyme with precious

• semiprecious