fondness
FOND-nuhs
Fondness (noun) means a liking or affection for someone or something. Example: “He has a real fondness for spicy food.”
noun
1
A liking or affection for someone or something.
"He has a real fondness for spicy food."
"Their fondness for each other was obvious to everyone at the party."
How to use fondness
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA warm liking for someone or something.
Common pairings
fondness for
a certain fondness
growing fondness
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Word forms
- Plural
- fondnesses
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Etymology
From Middle English fondnesse, built from fond + -ness.
Synonyms
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heart
fancy
affection
warmth
tenderness
philia
warmness
partiality
lovingness
warmheartedness
affectionateness
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Frequently asked questions
What does “fondness” mean?
The word “fondness” means a liking or affection for someone or something. In plain terms, a warm liking for someone or something.
How do you pronounce “fondness”?
“Fondness” is pronounced FOND-nuhs (/ˈfɑndnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “fondness” in a sentence?
Here is “fondness” used in a sentence: “He has a real fondness for spicy food.”
What part of speech is “fondness”?
“Fondness” is a noun.
Where does the word “fondness” come from?
The word “fondness” comes from Middle English. From Middle English fondnesse, built from fond + -ness.
Is “fondness” a common word?
“Fondness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
