1
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
my fondness for you will never fail
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2
as in liking
positive regard for something
I have a fondness for expensive chocolate
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Recent Examples of fondness
Between my parents there was not the slightest gesture of fondness; no hand-holding or sitting close with arms around each other; and hardly ever a kiss.
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Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 16 Mar. 2025
The blazer, with its exaggerated shoulders, is another iteration of Bieber’s fondness for power suiting.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
The desire to recreate that era is fueled by Trump’s fondness for tariffs and his admiration for the nation’s 25th president, William McKinley, a Republican who was in office from 1897 until being assassinated in 1901.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Musk’s attention-seeking and fondness for organizational chaos are usually unmatched, giving him an advantage in most of his dealings.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2025
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Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 16 Mar. 2025
The blazer, with its exaggerated shoulders, is another iteration of Bieber’s fondness for power suiting.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2025
The desire to recreate that era is fueled by Trump’s fondness for tariffs and his admiration for the nation’s 25th president, William McKinley, a Republican who was in office from 1897 until being assassinated in 1901.
—Will Weissert, Chicago Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
Musk’s attention-seeking and fondness for organizational chaos are usually unmatched, giving him an advantage in most of his dealings.
—Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fondness
Noun
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Post Malone and his new love have a taste for the finer things.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the teaser, Khan serenades Indian actor Vaani Kapoor to the tune of a popular Hindi love song.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2025
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Plus, the straps can be tightened or loosened to your liking.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Within the last probably year or two, she's really taken a special liking to watching Jaylin play.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Either way, to compare the outpouring of affection which accompanied his exit to what might happen to Alexander-Arnold when Liverpool wrap up this season at home against Crystal Palace on May 25 is short-sighted.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
4 Apr. 2025
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In the short clip, the cat is seen gently sniffing and rubbing her snout against her new owner's face, a clear and immediate sign of affection and trust.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Yes, there are three previous Palme d’Or winners in the lineup, but the likes of Mascha Schilinski, Hafsia Herzi and Chie Hayakawa, let alone Julie Ducournau and Carla Simon, represent a potential new wave of filmmakers.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Specializing in designing tours for high-profile celebrities, and entertainment events, the agency has created stages for the likes of the Grammy Awards, the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, the 2024 EE BAFTA Awards, and the VMAs.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Which parent, like William, hasn’t wanted to share their passion with their children?—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Hanson studied at the Royal Academy of Antwerp where a passion for tapestry and repurposing textiles was ignited, which led to the conversation with Sir Paul Smith that started the capsule collection.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The sweeping scope of Trump’s appetite for institutionalized retaliation has changed the threat landscape for everyone, almost overnight.—
Julia Angwin,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2025
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Pets may appear lethargic, exhibit loss of appetite, vomit or have diarrhea.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Fondness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fondness. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.
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