Fond1. (v.) imp. of Find Found.
2. (superl.) Foolish; silly; simple; weak.
3. (superl.) Foolishly tender and loving; weakly indulgent; over-affectionate.
4. (superl.) Affectionate; loving; tender; -- in a good sense; as, a fond mother or wife.
5. (superl.) Loving; much pleased; affectionately regardful, indulgent, or desirous; longing or yearning; -- followed by of (formerly also by on).
6. (superl.) Doted on; regarded with affection.
7. (superl.) Trifling; valued by folly; trivial.
8. (v. t.) To caress; to fondle.
9. (v. i.) To be fond; to dote.
Thesaurus Entries
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