fondness

noun

fond·​ness ˈfän(d)-nəs 

1

obsolete : foolishness, folly

2

: tender affection

3

: appetite, relish

had a fondness for argument

Synonyms of fondness

• love
• affection
• passion

Examples of fondness in a Sentence

my fondness for you will never fail

I have a fondness for expensive chocolate.

Recent Examples on the Web

Steinbach shoots other aspects of nature as well, displaying a particular fondness for the images of plants and trees reflected in shimmering bodies of water. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026

So do not assume that an upcoming three-day event taking place at three notable Chicago taverns has anything to do with Algren’s fondness for alcohol. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

However, perhaps out of loyalty and fondness more than anything else, Irsay didn't fire Ballard. — James Boyd, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Parnell could face a tough confirmation given GOP hawks’ fondness for Driscoll and past domestic abuse allegations against him. — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1