adj
fond
fond
adj
1
Having a liking or affection for someone or something.
"She has always been fond of old black-and-white films."
"He grew fond of the quiet little café down the street."
2
Doting or indulgent, especially toward someone loved.
"Her grandmother gave a fond smile and slipped her an extra biscuit."
verb
1
To feel a tender or foolish affection for someone (dated).
"He fonded over the puppy for hours."
How to Use Fond
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLiking someone or something warmly, often used as "fond of."
Common mistake
Fond is almost always followed by "of" when used this way — "fond her" is wrong; "fond of her" is right.
Common pairings
fond of
fond memories
grow fond
Word Forms
fonder comparative, fonded past tense, fonds plural, fonds singular, fondest superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English fonned, "made foolish" — fond originally meant simple-minded or doting before it softened to mean affectionate.