C1adjective 3K

Beloved

🇬🇧 UK /["/bɪˈlʌvɪd/","/bɪˈlʌvd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/bɪˈlʌvɪd/","/bɪˈlʌvd/"]/

Meaning of Beloved

loved very much

In simple words: Loved very much

Beloved in a sentence

• in memory of our dearly beloved son, John
• They were glad to be back in their beloved Ireland.
• the deep purple flowers so beloved by artists
• She was beloved by all who knew her.
• The question, ‘What is History?’, beloved of university examiners, has no definitive answer.

How to use Beloved

Use 'beloved' to describe someone or something that is deeply loved. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English, often showing affection or respect, but may sound overly sentimental in casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

beloved + noun (often a person)

Memory hint

Think of 'be-loved' — they are someone that everyone loves!

Related words

Collocations with Beloved

• be
• dearly
• much
• by
• of
• be
• dearly
• much
• by
• of

Synonyms for Beloved

• cherished
• adored
• esteemed
• treasured
• valued

Opposites of Beloved

• hated
• despised
• unloved

Common mistakes with Beloved

• Confusing with 'love' as a verb instead of an adjective
• Using 'beloved' in a negative context
• Not capitalizing 'Beloved' when used as a title

Frequently asked questions about Beloved

What does Beloved mean?

Loved very much

What is the definition of Beloved?

loved very much

How do you use Beloved in a sentence?

in memory of our dearly beloved son, John

Can you give another example of Beloved?

They were glad to be back in their beloved Ireland.

What are synonyms for Beloved?

Common alternatives include cherished, adored, esteemed, treasured, valued.

What is the opposite of Beloved?

Opposite meanings include hated, despised, unloved.

What words go with Beloved?

It commonly pairs with be, dearly, much, by, of, be, dearly, much, by, of.

What are common mistakes when using Beloved?

Confusing with 'love' as a verb instead of an adjective Using 'beloved' in a negative context Not capitalizing 'Beloved' when used as a title

How do you pronounce Beloved?

US: /["/bɪˈlʌvɪd/","/bɪˈlʌvd/"]/, UK: /["/bɪˈlʌvɪd/","/bɪˈlʌvd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Beloved?

Use 'beloved' to describe someone or something that is deeply loved. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English, often showing affection or respect, but may sound overly sentimental in casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Beloved?

"Beloved" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.