Pronunciation

/dɑːrliŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. A term of endearment or affection, often used to address a loved one. “She called him her darling son.” 2. A pet name, especially for someone dear or special. “He was her constant darling.”
• Verb: To refer to someone with great affection or fondness. “She always calls her partner her darling.”
• Adjective: 1. Adored or beloved; cherished. “He is the apple of her eye, her little darling.” 2. Amusingly or playfully charming. “The baby’s antics were just darling.”

Phrases

• “Call someone darling” to express affection or admiration.
• “Darling this” or “darling that” to show tenderness or fondness when addressing a task or object.
• “Be a darling” can be a request for cooperation or politeness.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He was so surprised when his wife greeted him as her darling.”
• Verb: “She always tells her friends to be darlings and take care.”
• Adjective: “The little girl’s dress was just darling for the wedding.”

Synonyms

• Honey
• Sweetheart
• Treasure
• Love
• Cutie

Antonyms

• Strife
• Dislike
• Enemy
• Heartache (in a negative context)