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   fondness

   /ˈfɒn(d)nəs/

   noun

   • 1. affection or liking for someone or something: "I remember him with great fondness" Similar affectionlovelikingwarmthtendernesskindnessdevotioncareendearmentfeelingsentimentattachmentclosenessfriendlinessfamiliarityintimacyregardrespectadmirationadorationworshipreverencelikinglovetastepartialitypreferencekeennessinclinationpenchantpredilectionfancyrelishpassionproclivityappetiteweaknesssoft spotsusceptibilityaddictioninformal:thingyenrare:appetencyOpposite hatreddislike

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   What is an example of fondness?

   • You can also use the adjective form of fond, which means “like or love dearly” or “having a positive feeling toward something.” For example: She was very fond of her grandparents’ house. It held lots of good memories. He had become very fond of his new job, but it didn’t pay enough, so he had to quit. What are the synonyms of fondness?

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   What is the meaning of fondness?

   • Blossom Word Game Pick the best words! Spelling Bee Quiz Can you outdo past winners of the National Spelli... The meaning of FONDNESS is foolishness, folly. How to use fondness in a sentence.

   Fondness Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   What is the meaning of affection?

   • 1. Having a strong liking, inclination, or affection: fond of ballet; fond of my nieces and nephews. 2. Affectionate; tender: a fond embrace. 3. Immoderately affectionate or indulgent; doting: fond grandparents who tended to spoil the child. 4. Cherished; dear: my fondest hopes. 5. Archaic Naively credulous or foolish.

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   Where did the word fondness come from?

   • The word fondness derives from the French word fonder, which means “to melt or dissolve.” In the early 1300s, when this word was first used in English literature, it was meant literally: It described how soft metals turn liquid when heated enough.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFONDNESS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Fondness is a noun that means a liking or a great liking for someone or something. Learn more about the word, its synonyms, and how to use it in sentences with the Cambridge Dictionary.

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     FONDNESS definicja: 1. a liking: 2. a liking: 3. a great...

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     fondness translate: 좋아함. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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     FONDNESS translate: 喜爱. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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     FONDNESS translate: 喜愛. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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   Fondness is love or affection for someone. Your fondness for your funny Spanish teacher might be part of what inspires you to work hard in his class. When you have a fondness for a person, you feel warm or tender toward them. Your sister's fondness for young children probably makes her a great babysitter.

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6. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › fondnessFONDNESS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   noun. the state or quality of being fond. tenderness or affection. doting affection. a liking or weakness for something: He has a fondness for sweets. Synonyms: preference, partiality, predilection. Archaic. complacent credulity; foolishness. Discover More. Other Words From. self -fond ness noun. Discover More. Word History and Origins.

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   Fondness is a noun that means tender affection, appetite, or relish. Learn more about its synonyms, examples, word history, and related entries from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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   Fondness is a noun that means a liking or affection for something or someone. It can also be an adjective that describes someone who is affectionate or tender. See examples, translations and related words for fondness.

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    Fondness is a noun that means tender or doting affection, an inclination or taste, or foolishness. Learn how to use it in sentences, synonyms, and word origin.