What does dearie mean?
Dearie means (colloquial, chiefly as a term of address) A person who is dear; sweetie..
Dearie
/ˈdɪəɹi/ · noun
Meaning
(colloquial, chiefly as a term of address) A person who is dear; sweetie..
Example Sentences
What a scare you gave me, dearie.
At the mention of money Mrs Dibble was overcome with great debility, and wheezed, "I don't feel up to talking about money, matters just now, dearie. I think I better have a bit of a doze."
Synonyms for dearie
Antonyms for dearie
Related Words
Word Forms
- dearies
- deary
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for dearie?
Common synonyms include pet, favourite, favorite, ducky.
What is the opposite of dearie?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use dearie in a sentence?
What a scare you gave me, dearie.
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