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Meaning of Affectionately
The primary meaning of "Affectionately" is to show love or fondness.
Definitions
- Showing love or fondness, typically in a gentle or tender way
- * Expressing affection or fondness, often in a warm or tender manner
Etymology of Affectionately
The word "Affectionately" originates from the Old French word "affection," meaning "fondness" or "love," which is derived from the Latin word "affectio," meaning "a feeling" or "emotion," and the Latin word "afficere," meaning "to influence" or "to affect"
Historically, the word has been used to describe a range of emotions, from romantic love to familial affection, and has evolved to encompass a wide range of emotional expressions
Example Uses
- She signed the letter affectionately, with a warm and tender message
- * He spoke affectionately of his childhood, remembering the happy times with his family
- * The couple exchanged affectionate glances, their love for each other evident in their eyes