fondly
FOND-lee
Fondly (adv) means In an affectionate or tender way. Example: “She spoke fondly of her years at university.”
adv
1
In an affectionate or tender way.
"She spoke fondly of her years at university."
"He fondly recalled his grandfather's stories."
How to use fondly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTalking or thinking about something in a warm, affectionate way.
Common pairings
remember fondly
speak fondly of
fondly recall
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more fondly
- Superlative
- most fondly
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Etymology
From fond + -ly, following the shift of "fond" from meaning "foolish" to meaning "affectionate."
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Rhymes for fondly
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What does “fondly” mean?
The word “fondly” means in an affectionate or tender way. In plain terms, talking or thinking about something in a warm, affectionate way.
How do you pronounce “fondly”?
“Fondly” is pronounced FOND-lee (/ˈfɑndli/ in IPA).
How do you use “fondly” in a sentence?
Here is “fondly” used in a sentence: “She spoke fondly of her years at university.”
What part of speech is “fondly”?
“Fondly” is an adverb.
Is “fondly” a common word?
“Fondly” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
