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Meaning of word fond from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : Having or displaying warmth or affection.

Example : Affectionate children.
A fond embrace.
Fond of his nephew.
A tender glance.

Synonyms : affectionate, lovesome, tender

Meaning : Extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent.

Example : Adoring grandparents.
Deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain.
Hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother.

Synonyms : adoring, doting

Meaning : (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for.

Example : Fond of chocolate.
Partial to horror movies.

Synonyms : partial

Meaning : Absurd or silly because unlikely.

Example : Fond hopes of becoming President.
Fond fancies.

demolish (verb)
Destroy completely.

dispose (verb)
Give, sell, or transfer to another.

most (adjective)
(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number.

stethoscope (noun)
A medical instrument for listening to the sounds generated inside the body.

cockroach (noun)
Any of numerous chiefly nocturnal insects. Some are domestic pests.

wear away (verb)
Cut away in small pieces.

fruitfully (adverb)
In a productive way.

cut short (verb)
Interrupt before its natural or planned end.

changeover (noun)
An event that results in a transformation.

wage increase (noun)
The amount a salary is increased.