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1. Having or displaying warmth or affection
   "a fond embrace"; "fond of his nephew"
   - affectionate, lovesome, tender, warm
    
2. Extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent
   "hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother"
   - adoring, doting
    
3. (followed by 'of' or 'to') having a strong preference or liking for
   "fond of chocolate"
   - partial
    
4. Absurd or silly because unlikely
   "fond hopes of becoming President"; "fond fancies"

Derived forms: fondest, fonder

See also: fondly, fondness, foolish, inclined, loving

Encyclopedia: Fond