Answer:

dearer

Answer	Crossword Clue
DEARER	More expensive
DEARER	More precious
DEARER	More costly

DEARER	Not so cheap
DEARER	More beloved
DEARER	Costing more
DEARER	More cherished
DEARER	Needing extra resources
DEARER	Less likely to be given up
DEARER	More prized
DEARER	More precious.

DEARER	More loved.
DEARER	More cherished.
DEARER	More beloved.
DEARER	Better loved.
DEARER	More expensive.
DEARER	More esteemed.
DEARER	More valued.
DEARER	More fond.

DEARER	More lovable
DEARER	Less cheap
DEARER	Much more expensive
DEARER	More loved
DEARER	More expensive "Cryptic Reader" (6)
DEARER	Higher-priced
DEARER	More close
DEARER	More darling

DEARER	Closer to one's heart
DEARER	Closer, as to one's heart
DEARER	Much more precious
DEARER	More treasured