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Synonyms & Similar Words
affectionately
lovingly
tenderly
warmly
kindly
gently
solicitously
carefully
thoughtfully
considerately
regardfully
attentively
devotedly
passionately
ardently
dearly
sweetly
endearingly
charmingly
alluringly
attractively
enchantingly
captivatingly
delightfully
pleasingly
agreeably
amiably
cordially
genially
hospitably
generously
liberally
magnanimously
benevolently
philanthropically
altruistically
Meaning of Fondly
The primary meaning of "Fondly" is to feel or show love or affection.
Definitions
- With love or affection, in a loving or affectionate manner
- Remembering something or someone with pleasure or affection
Etymology of Fondly
The word "Fondly" has its roots in the Old French word "fonder," which is derived from the Latin word "fundere," meaning to pour or melt, and is related to the Latin word "fons," meaning spring or fountain, and the Latin word "fundus," meaning bottom or foundation
Historically, the word "Fondly" has been used in English since the 15th century to express affection or love, and its meaning has evolved over time to include a range of emotions and attitudes, from tender and gentle to passionate and ardent
Example Uses
- She looked at him fondly, remembering their first date
- He spoke fondly of his childhood, recalling happy memories
- They regarded their old home fondly, even after moving to a new city
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
coldly
distantly
remotely
indifferently
uncaringly
unkindly
harshly
cruelly
brutally
savagely
heartlessly
mercilessly
pitilessly
callously
unfeelingly
unsympathetically
unfriendly
ungenerously
begrudgingly
reluctantly
resentfully
bitterly
angrily
hostilely
aggressively