be⋅lov⋅ed /bɪˈlʌvɪd, -ˈlʌvd/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [bi-luhv-id, -luhvd]
–adjective 1.greatly loved; dear to the heart.
–noun 2.a person who is greatly loved.
Origin:
1350–1400; ME biloved, ptp. of biloven to like, love; see be-, love, -ed2
Synonyms:
1. cherished, precious; sweet...