beloved

/biˈlʌvɪd/

/bɪˈlʌvɪd/

Other forms: beloveds

Your beloved is someone you love. You can also talk about a beloved pet or possession.

You probably have some things you really love: a bike, a skateboard, a book, a DVD, maybe a souvenir from a trip. Those are beloved possessions — you really like them a lot. People also talk about beloved family members, beloved pets, and beloved friends. This is a word for things and people you're crazy about. And if you're feeling really crazy on Valentine's Day, go ahead and tell your crush that she's your beloved.

Definitions of beloved

1. adjective

   dearly loved
   synonyms: darling, dear

   loved

   held dear
2. noun

   a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
   synonyms: dear, dearest, honey, love

   type of:

   lover

   a person who loves someone or is loved by someone