Prized: meaning, definitions and examples
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prized
[ praษชzd ]
highly valued
Highly valued or cherished. Something that is prized is considered extremely important or desirable.
Synonyms
cherished, esteemed, treasured, valued.
Examples of usage
- The family heirloom was a prized possession.
- She won a prestigious award for her prized work in the field.
- The artist's prized painting was displayed in the gallery.
regarded with great value
To regard or treat with great value or affection. To consider something as highly important or desirable.
Synonyms
appreciate, esteem, treasure, value.
Examples of usage
- He prized his collection of rare books.
- She prized honesty above all other virtues.
- They prized her opinion in decision-making.
Translations
Translations of the word "prized" in other languages:
๐ต๐น valioso
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเฅเคฒเฅเคฏเคตเคพเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช geschรคtzt
๐ฎ๐ฉ berharga
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฝะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ ceniony
๐ฏ๐ต ่ฒด้
๐ซ๐ท prรฉcieux
๐ช๐ธ valioso
๐น๐ท deฤerli
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ท์คํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุซู ูู
๐จ๐ฟ cenฤnรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ cennรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ็่ดต
๐ธ๐ฎ cenjen
๐ฎ๐ธ dรฝrmรฆtur
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑะฝะดั
๐ฌ๐ช แซแแแ แคแแกแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ qiymษtli
๐ฒ๐ฝ valioso
Etymology
The word 'prized' comes from the Middle English word 'prisen', which means 'to set high value on, prize, esteem'. It originated from the Old French word 'prisier', meaning 'to set a price on'. The concept of valuing something highly has been an essential part of human history, with prized possessions often symbolizing status, wealth, and emotional significance.
See also: overprize, prizefighter, prizefighting, prizing.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #12,844, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 12841 rusty
- 12842 inauguration
- 12843 skepticism
- 12844 prized
- 12845 thoughtfully
- 12846 colossal
- 12847 relinquish
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