fondly
Definition
Adverb: 1. In a loving, affectionate, or tender manner: Expressing care, warmth, or fondness. 2. In a foolishly hopeful or indulgent way: With a naive or unrealistic sense of affection or optimism.
Usage
The adverb "fondly" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It most commonly describes speaking, remembering, thinking, or looking at someone or something with affection.
Examples
In a loving manner:
- She smiled fondly at the old photograph.
- He remembered his grandmother fondly.
- The teacher spoke fondly of her former student's success.
In a foolishly hopeful manner:
- He fondly imagined he could finish the project in one day.
- She fondly believed everything would work out on its own.
Advanced Usage
- "to remember someone fondly": To have warm, affectionate memories of someone.
- Although they parted ways, he still remembered her fondly.
Variants and Related Words
- Fond (adjective): Having an affection or liking for.
- He is fond of classical music.
- Fondness (noun): Affection or liking.
- She has a great fondness for animals.
Synonyms
- Affectionately
- Tenderly
- Lovingly
- Warmly
Antonyms
- Coldly
- Harshly
- Indifferently
Idioms and Phrases
- To look back fondly (on something): To remember a past time or event with pleasure and affection.
- They looked back fondly on their years at university.
Adverb
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with fondness; with love
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she spoke to her children fondly
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