fondness

noun

fond·​ness ˈfän(d)-nəs How to pronounce fondness (audio)
1
obsolete : foolishness, folly
2
: tender affection
3
: appetite, relish
had a fondness for argument

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
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Selena Gomez is looking back on her music catalog with fondness. Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 9 Aug. 2025 The new United pair have a fondness for attacking the half spaces, reducing the need for the centre-forward to drift wide in search of the ball. Carl Anka, New York Times, 28 July 2025 The decision would be a tough sell to many senators, on both sides of the aisle, who have a fondness for their time back home. Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 24 July 2025 Outside of her career, Gunjan has a passion for the outdoors, hiking, and pets, with a particular fondness for dogs. Kelli Bender, People.com, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for fondness

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of fondness was in the 14th century

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“Fondness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fondness. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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