precious

adjective
UK /ˈpreʃ.əs/
US /ˈpreʃ.əs/

Something precious is very special and you want to keep it safe.

My grandmother gave me a precious necklace that I never take off.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Worth a lot of money.

The museum keeps its most precious paintings behind glass.

3. Very cute or charming, often said about babies.

What a precious little puppy you have!

4. Used to show you think something is silly or too fussy.

Don't be so precious about your seat—just sit anywhere.