1
as in inclined
having a liking or affection
even lots of city people are fond of country music
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2
as in affectionate
feeling or showing love
gave me a fond embrace upon parting
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as in loved
granted special treatment or attention
my fondest wish is to see my children marry well
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Recent Examples of fond
The actor has fond memories of making the film.
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Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
As a teenager, his friends in a band would ask him to write rock lyrics for their songs, a fond memory for him.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
Many artists and organizations have shared tributes and fond memories following Bowman’s passing, praising not only his musical excellence, but his friendship and generosity.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Mar. 2026
At the time of posting, the Facebook post has garnered 462 reactions, 70 shares and 141 comments, with many lamenting their closing and recalling fond memories.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
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Danny Horn, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Mar. 2026
As a teenager, his friends in a band would ask him to write rock lyrics for their songs, a fond memory for him.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2026
Many artists and organizations have shared tributes and fond memories following Bowman’s passing, praising not only his musical excellence, but his friendship and generosity.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 23 Mar. 2026
At the time of posting, the Facebook post has garnered 462 reactions, 70 shares and 141 comments, with many lamenting their closing and recalling fond memories.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fond
Adjective
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However, Ngatikaura did not seem inclined to accept the apology.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Growing these plants around the perimeter of your garden can make groundhogs less inclined to venture further into garden rows.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2026
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Paul, who co-created the Apple TV+ series and drew from season one for the musical’s script and score, performs a dexterous trick, poking fun at the form’s many ridiculous tropes with an unmistakably affectionate hand.—
Naveen Kumar,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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All the films are affectionate, most are light-hearted and often comical.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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My condolences to her family and loved ones.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Nobody wants to watch a loved one endure the pain, debilitation, and loss of independence that can follow a serious fall.—
Brian Frost,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The attached video first aired on April 6.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, daily habits show just how attached people have become.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2026
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That's why loving couples create space to revisit what didn't sit right with them during the week, without fear or judgment.—
Mark Travers,
CNBC,
19 Apr. 2026
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Landon is a kind, loving, and thoughtful child with a wonderful sense of humor.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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The iconic Long Beach street race is one of the most technical and beloved circuits in motorsports, where speeds push nearly 200 mph.—
Amanda Starrantino,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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McDonald's The options at beloved fast food chain McDonald's range from breakfast to burgers.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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While solar eclipses, partial and total, have been captured on film, physical and digital, many times, these videos include the application of a solar filter on top of the camera’s lens.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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The caucus also would deliver another $82 million in annual relief by creating a new exemption for tips earnings and expanding the state’s partial tax exemption on Social Security income to a full exclusion.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
15 Apr. 2026
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Andrew Buss takes an adoring but critical eye to Superbad.—
Brian Boone,
Vulture,
12 Dec. 2025
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The Patriots’ pass coverage without Christian Gonzalez, their atrocious inside linebacker play and roller-coaster special teams, which give any adoring fan a heart attack at a moment’s notice.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Fond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fond. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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