Definition Synonyms
Definition of affection - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
emotionfeeling of love or fondness for someone
- She showed great affection for her grandmother.
2.
gesturephysical expression of love or liking
- She showed her affection by hugging him tightly..
Images of affection
physical expression of love or liking
Expressions with affection
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person or thing someone loves or admires deeply
She is the object of his affection.
give someone a lot of love and attention
She loves to shower her grandchildren with affection.
gradually gain someone's affection through subtle means
He wormed his way into her affection with flattery.
reciprocal emotional connection between individuals
The mutual affection between the siblings grew stronger over the years.
act of physical intimacy in the view of others
They were criticized for their public display of affection at the park.
small gift showing love or care
He gave her a necklace as a token of affection.
estrangement caused by a third party's interference
The court case involved alienation of affection claims.
Origin of affection
Latin, affectio (a relation or disposition)
Terms with affection included in their meaning
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affection
touch with the lips to show love or greeting
relationships
have strong affection, wish well and act for another's benefit
emotion
deep affection and care for someone
emotion
expresses deep affection or care to a family member
emotion
express deep affection or care for someone
message
mark 'X' in a message to show affection
respected
held in high regard or affection
romance
have an affection or liking for someone
relationship
person with whom one shares mutual affection
emotion
feeling deep romantic affection for someone
romance
feeling deep romantic affection for someone
affection
convey affection to someone on behalf of another
romance
deep romantic affection considered pure and positive
affection
word used to lovingly address someone
relationship
used to address someone with love or affection
emotional bond
emotionally fond or having affection for someone or something
affection
have affection or regard for someone
emotion
lacking affection or warmth
emotion
hold someone closely in your arms with affection
emotion
having a strong liking or affection for
relationship
feeling worried about losing someone's affection
affection
term of endearment for someone young or gentle
emotion
inspiring love or affection
affectionate
showing love and affection to others
Examples of affection in a sentence
They shared a mutual affection that lasted years. His affection was clear in his gentle touch. Affection can be shown through small, kind gestures.
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- French:affection, ...
- German:Zuneigung, Liebkosung, ...
- Italian:affetto, ...
- Spanish:afecto, ...
- Portuguese:afeto, afeição, ...
- Chinese:爱慕, 爱意, ...
- Japanese:愛情, 愛情表現, ...
- Arabic:مَوَدَّة, مَوَدَّة, ...
- Hebrew:חִבָּה, ...
- Russian:привязанность, ...
- Ukrainian:прихильність, ніжність, ...
- Hindi:स्नेह, प्यार, ...
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