wanted vs precious

wanted and precious both are adjectives.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
wanted	No	Yes	No	No
precious	No	Yes	No	Yes

As adjectives, wanted and precious are synonyms defined as:

wanted and precious: characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for

Other synonyms of wanted include cherished, treasured.

wanted (adjective)	precious (adjective)
desired or wished for or sought	obviously contrived to charm
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for	characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
	of high worth or cost
	held in great esteem for admirable qualities especially of an intrinsic nature

wanted (adverb)	precious (adverb)
	very