DEAR

Definition of DEAR

  1. (noun)a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
  2. (noun)a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
  3. (adj)dearly loved
  4. (adj)with or in a close or intimate relationship
  5. (adj)sincerely earnest
  6. (adj)having a high price
  7. (adv)with affection
  8. (adv)at a great cost