Associations to the word «Fond»
Noun
- Boyhood
- Governess
- Je
- Kiss
- Novelty
- Walking
- Dislike
- Telling
- Delight
- Gaming
- Wherefore
- Habit
- Collecting
- Acting
- Delusion
- Pretence
- Ne
- Poetry
- Anticipation
- Standpoint
- Regret
- Gay
- Gardening
- Ladyship
- Admirer
- Ornament
- Dolly
- Mistress
- Gryphon
- Brave
- Delicacy
- Wretch
- Acquaintance
- Diversion
- Vanity
- Bosom
- Frau
- Maxim
- Marquette
- Hope
- Le
- Moral
- Elsie
- Sick
- Niece
- Perfume
- Portage
- Milwaukee
- Clasp
- Cling
- Folly
- Til
- Courtier
- Clemens
- Maiden
- Fishing
Adjective
Wiktionary
FOND, adjective. (chiefly with of) Having a liking or affection (for).
FOND, adjective. Affectionate.
FOND, adjective. Indulgent.
FOND, adjective. Outlandish; foolish; silly.
FOND, adjective. (obsolete) Foolish; simple; weak.
FOND, adjective. (obsolete) Doted on; regarded with affection.
FOND, verb. (obsolete) To have a foolish affection for, to be fond of.
FOND, verb. (obsolete) To caress; to fondle.
FOND, noun. The background design in lace-making.
FOND, noun. (cooking) brown residue in pans from cooking meats and vegetables.
FOND, noun. (obsolete) Foundation; bottom; groundwork.
FOND, noun. (obsolete) Fund, stock, or store.
Dictionary definition
FOND, adjective. Having or displaying warmth or affection; "affectionate children"; "a fond embrace"; "fond of his nephew"; "a tender glance"; "a warm embrace".
FOND, adjective. Extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent; "adoring grandparents"; "deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain"; "hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother".
FOND, adjective. (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for; "fond of chocolate"; "partial to horror movies".
FOND, adjective. Absurd or silly because unlikely; "fond hopes of becoming President"; "fond fancies".
Wise words
Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your
words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they
become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your
character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.