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Synonyms & Similar Words
affection
affectionateness
attachment
devotion
liking
love
tenderness
warmth
partiality
bias
inclination
predilection
preference
regard
admiration
adoration
infatuation
enamorment
adoration
doting
fondly
cherishing
endearment
amiability
cordiality
geniality
friendliness
amicability
camaraderie
rapport
sympathy
empathy
sentiment
sentimentalism
Meaning of Fondness
A feeling of liking or affection for something or someone
Definitions
- A feeling of liking or affection for someone or something
- * A gentle or warm feeling of affection
Etymology of Fondness
The word "fondness" has its roots in the Old French word "fonder", which means "to establish or found", and the suffix "-ness", which forms a noun indicating a state or quality
Historically, the word "fond" originally meant "foolish" or "silly", but over time, its meaning shifted to include a sense of affection or liking
Example Uses
- She has a fondness for old movies and spends most of her free time watching classics
- * His fondness for travel has taken him to many different countries around the world
- * The family's fondness for Italian food led them to open their own restaurant
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dislike
distaste
aversion
hatred
hostility
antipathy
indifference
apathy
disinterest
detachment
coldness
reserve
aloofness
unfriendliness
unpleasantness
disagreeableness
irritation
annoyance
exasperation
disaffection
discontent