cherish
/ˈtʃɛɹɪʃ/
Group 4Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To protect and care for lovingly; to hold dear GRE
Example in Context
Communities that cherish their local institutions tend to exhibit greater resilience in the face of economic disruption.
Synonyms
treasurevalueadore
Etymology
To hold something dear, as if it’s a treasured possession.
- carus (Latin) — dear
Memory Aid
🪑Sounds like “chair-ish”
If you CHERISH that old chair, you might even throw a birthday party for it!
Visual Association
❤️A person hugging a teddy bear tightly, as if it were their best friend.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “cherish” mean on the GRE?
cherish (verb) means “To protect and care for lovingly; to hold dear”. Communities that cherish their local institutions tend to exhibit greater resilience in the face of economic disruption.
How to remember “cherish” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “cherish” sounds like “chair-ish”. If you CHERISH that old chair, you might even throw a birthday party for it!
What are synonyms for “cherish”?
Common synonyms: treasure, value, adore.