fondness
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.fond·ness
noun \ˈfän(d)-nəs\Definition of FONDNESS
1
obsolete : foolishness, folly
2
: tender affection
Examples of FONDNESS
- <my fondness for you will never fail>
- <I have a fondness for expensive chocolate.>
First Known Use of FONDNESS
14th century
Related to FONDNESS
- Synonyms
- affection, attachment, devotedness, devotion, love, passion
- Antonyms
- abomination, hate, hatred, loathing, rancor
Rhymes with FONDNESS
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