fond

[fɒnd]

fond Definition

• 1. having an affection or liking for
• 2. foolish; silly

Using fond: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fond" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She is fond of reading books.

• Example

  He has a fond memory of his childhood.

• Example

  I am fond of ice cream.

• Example

  She has a fondness for classical music.

fond Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fond

• affectionate
• loving
• devoted
• attached
• fond of

Antonyms for fond

• dislike
• detest
• hate

Idioms Using fond

• fond memories

  pleasant memories of past events

  Example

  The old couple looked back on their fond memories of their youth.

• fond hope

  an unrealistic or foolish hope

  Example

  It is a fond hope to think that the world will ever be completely free of war.

• fond of a drop

  fond of drinking alcohol

  Example

  He's always been fond of a drop of whiskey.

Phrases with fond

• fond of someone

  having a strong liking or affection for someone

  Example

  She is very fond of her grandparents.

• fond of something

  having a strong liking or affection for something

  Example

  He is fond of playing video games.

• fond farewell

  an affectionate goodbye

  Example

  We said our fond farewells and promised to keep in touch.

Origins of fond

from Old English 'fandian', meaning 'to try, test'

📌

Summary: fond in Brief

The term 'fond' [fɒnd] describes an affection or liking for someone or something. It can also mean foolish or silly. Examples include 'She is fond of reading books' and 'He has a fond memory of his childhood.' Idioms like 'fond memories' denote pleasant recollections, while 'fond hope' implies an unrealistic or foolish expectation.