fond

Reading level: medium

Estimated CEFR level: A2 — Elementary

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective having or displaying warmth or affection
  2. adjective extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
  3. adjective (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for

Etymology

From Middle English fond, fonned, past participle of fonnen (“to be foolish, be simple, dote”), equivalent to fon + -ed. More at fon.

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Synonyms

affectionate, lovesome, tender, warm

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