# cherish vs cherished

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### cherish
*verb · IPA /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃ/ · frequency rank #14,490*
To treat with affection, care, and tenderness; to nurture or protect with care.

### cherished
*adjective · IPA /ˈt͡ʃɛɹɪʃt/ · frequency rank #16,862*
highly valued, having a high personal value.

## Source
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