Fond meaning

What does “fond” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“fond” is an adjective with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: having or displaying warmth or affection.

fond

having or displaying warmth or affection
“affectionate children”
“a fond embrace”
Synonymsaffectionate lovesome tender
extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
“adoring grandparents”
“deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain”
Synonymsadoring doting
(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for
“fond of chocolate”
“partial to horror movies”
Synonymspartial
absurd or silly because unlikely
“fond hopes of becoming President”
“fond fancies”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University