precious
adjectiveHow many syllables in precious?
There are 3 syllables in the word precious.How to pronounce precious:
Definition of precious:
- precious (adjective):
- very costly or valuable
- of great value or high price
- characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for.
Synonyms for precious:
cherished
choice
costly
dear
expensive
exquisite
extravagant
fine
high
high-priced
inestimable
invaluable
luxurious
premium
priceless
pricey
prized
rare
recherché
treasured
valuable
wanted
Antonyms for precious:
abandoned
abhorred
abominated
alienated
despised
detested
disdained
disfavored
disfavoured
disliked
estranged
execrated
forgotten
hated
ignored
inconsequential
inferior
insignificant
irrelevant
loathed
meaningless
no-good
pointless
replaceable
unbeloved
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