Dearness.
One greatly beloved; a darling.
An exclamation of regret, surprize, etc.
DEARLY.
Beloved; precious; costly.
You understand, dear, don't you? – Counsel for the Defense by Leroy Scott
Do, there's a dear. – Catherine Booth A Sketch by Colonel Mildred Duff
I am afraid, my dear, David is right. – Trading by Susan Warner