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PRECIOUS

Definition:

[adverb] extremely; "there is precious little time left"
Synonyms: ly
[adjective] characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for; "a cherished friend"; "children are precious"; "a treasured heirloom"; "so good to feel wanted"
Synonyms: cherished, treasured, wanted
[adjective] of high worth or cost; "diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds are precious stones"
[adjective] obviously contrived to charm; "an insufferably precious performance"; "a child with intolerably cute mannerisms"
Synonyms: cute