beloved Copy link Outline 1. dīlectus (denoting affection and esteem2. cārus3. grātus • beloved: 1. dīlectus (denoting affection and esteem: v. to love): b. Maecenas, dilecte M.! Hor.: Virg. 2. cārus: v. dear. 3. grātus: v. favourite.