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
Getting the players to buy into the change at coordinator was instrumental, especially since the veteran group had such a fondness for Diaz.
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Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The other is their fondness for its offering of stunning art, history, and vibrant culture.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
Most of his supporters follow his fondness for that period.
—Alexander Durie, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Corbet’s avant-garde effects reveal a fondness for Eurotrash nihilism.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fondness
Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
The other is their fondness for its offering of stunning art, history, and vibrant culture.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 8 Jan. 2025
Most of his supporters follow his fondness for that period.
—Alexander Durie, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
Corbet’s avant-garde effects reveal a fondness for Eurotrash nihilism.
—Armond White, National Review, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fondness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fondness
Noun
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For nearly four years, a dog named Shawn has been patiently waiting for a second chance at love—and a home to call his own.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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And then a grandma’s love is different from your parents' love.—
Joan MacDonald,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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For instance, not only do koala parents prioritize frequent physical affection like cuddling and hugs, there also is an abundance of emotional warmth.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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Most people probably have a general sense that physical affection matters in a relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The model joined the likes of such guests as Lisa Rinna, who turned the occasion into a family affair alongside her daughters Amelia Gray and Delilah Belle.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
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
Noun
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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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The project also allowed Carson to merge her passions for music and acting while earning her first executive producer credit.—
Veronica Villafañe,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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 23 Apr. 2025.
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