adjective
having or displaying warmth or affection
Synonyms
Examples
- affectionate children
- a fond embrace
- fond of his nephew
- a tender glance
adjective
extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
Synonyms
Examples
- adoring grandparents
- deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain
- hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother
adjective
(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for
Synonyms
fond(p)
partial(p)
Examples
- fond of chocolate
- partial to horror movies
adjective
absurd or silly because unlikely
Examples
- fond hopes of becoming President
- fond fancies