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fond
01
feeling or showing emotional attachment or nostalgia toward a person or thing
Examples
Whenever she visited her grandparents ' house, she felt a warm sense of fond nostalgia, surrounded by familiar objects and family stories from years gone by.
He spoke with fond affection about his favorite childhood book, which he still kept on his shelf.
02
having a strong liking, preference, or affection for something or someon
Examples
She is very fond of chocolate and eats it every day.
I became fond of classical music after attending a concert.
03
excessively or foolishly loving, indulgent, or sentimental
Examples
She was fond of giving her pets lavish treats.
The grandmother was fond of spoiling her grandchildren.
04
unrealistic, unlikely, or naive in belief or expectation
Examples
He was fond of thinking he could finish the project in one day.
They were fond of hoping the weather would remain perfect.
