Fondly: meaning, definitions and examples
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fondly
[ ˈfɒndli ]
expression of affection
In a loving or affectionate manner; with tender feelings.
Synonyms
affectionately, lovingly, tenderly
Examples of usage
- She smiled fondly at her grandchildren.
- He fondly recalled his childhood memories.
- They waved goodbye fondly as the train departed.
expression of nostalgia
With sentimentality or nostalgia; in a way that shows longing or yearning for the past.
Synonyms
nostalgically, sentimentally, wistfully
Examples of usage
- She looked fondly at the old photographs.
- He spoke fondly of the days gone by.
Translations
Translations of the word "fondly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 afetuosamente
🇮🇳 स्नेहपूर्वक
🇩🇪 liebevoll
🇮🇩 dengan penuh kasih
🇺🇦 лагідно
🇵🇱 czule
🇯🇵 愛情を込めて (aijō o komete)
🇫🇷 affectueusement
🇪🇸 afectuosamente
🇹🇷 şefkatle
🇰🇷 애정 어리게 (aejeong eorige)
🇸🇦 بحنان
🇨🇿 láskyplně
🇸🇰 láskavo
🇨🇳 深情地 (shēnqíng de)
🇸🇮 ljubeče
🇮🇸 ástúðlega
🇰🇿 жылы шыраймен
🇬🇪 სიყვარულით (siqvarulit)
🇦🇿 mehribanlıqla
🇲🇽 afectuosamente
Word origin
The word 'fondly' originates from the Middle English word 'fondli', derived from the Old English 'fōn' meaning 'foolish, silly'. Over time, the meaning evolved to convey affection and tenderness. The adverb 'fondly' gained popularity in the 17th century and has since been used to express love, nostalgia, and sentimental feelings.