Synonyms of precious

Adjective

1. cherished, precious, treasured, wanted, loved (vs. unloved)

usage: characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for; "a cherished friend"; "children are precious"; "a treasured heirloom"; "so good to feel wanted"

2. precious, valuable (vs. worthless)

usage: of high worth or cost; "diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds are precious stones"

3. valued, precious, worthy (vs. unworthy)

usage: held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature; "a valued friend"; "precious memories"

4. cute, precious, artful (vs. artless)

usage: obviously contrived to charm; "an insufferably precious performance"; "a child with intolerably cute mannerisms"

Adverb

1. precious, preciously

usage: extremely; "there is precious little time left"

Definition and meaning of precious (Dictionary)