Precious - Definition

adv 1: extremely; "there is precious little time left" [syn:
precious, preciously]
adj 1: characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for;
"a cherished friend"; "children are precious"; "a
treasured heirloom"; "so good to feel wanted" [syn:
cherished, precious, treasured, wanted]
2: of high worth or cost; "diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and
emeralds are precious stones"
3: held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an
intrinsic nature; "a valued friend"; "precious memories"
[syn: valued, precious]
4: obviously contrived to charm; "an insufferably precious
performance"; "a child with intolerably cute mannerisms"
[syn: cute, precious]