cherish

/'tʃeriʃ/

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Word: Cherish

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To cherish something means to hold it dear or to value it highly. It often involves having strong feelings of love and affection for someone or something. When you cherish something, you treat it with care and appreciate its importance in your life.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "cherish" when you want to express that you care deeply about a person, memory, or object.
• It is often followed by a noun, typically something you care about, like a person, memory, or belief.

Example Sentences:

1. I cherish the time I spend with my family during the holidays.
2. She cherishes the old letters her grandmother wrote to her.

Advanced Usage:

• In literature or poetry, "cherish" can be used to convey deep emotional connections or to emphasize the importance of memories and relationships.
• Example: "He cherished the fleeting moments of joy amidst the chaos of life."

Word Variants:

• Cherished (adjective): Something that is loved or valued.
  • Example: "That is a cherished memory from my childhood."

Different Meanings:

• While "cherish" primarily means to hold dear, it can also imply taking care of something with tenderness and nurturing it.

Synonyms:

• Value
• Treasure
• Adore
• Hold dear
• Esteem

Idioms:

• Cherish the moment: This means to appreciate and enjoy a specific time or experience because it is special.
  • Example: "As we watched the sunset, we knew we had to cherish the moment."

Phrasal Verbs:

There are no direct phrasal verbs that use "cherish," but you can use related phrases like "cherish in memory" to indicate keeping fond memories alive.

Summary:

To cherish something means to love, value, and take care of it. You can cherish people, memories, and even ideals.

Academic

Verb

1. be fond of; be attached to

Synonyms

• care for
• hold dear
• treasure