fondly

Definition

  • adverb: in a loving way
  • adverb: in a foolish manner
  • synonyms: affectionately, foolishly, tenderly

Examples

  • He 'fondly' [='foolishly'] imagines that his plan will be a success.

  • She speaks 'fondly' [='affectionately'] of you.

  • She remembers their time together 'fondly'.

Movie quotes

  • (..) May I hold your dog while you cry? He's so compact. Brando adored Seth. So did I. Wow, not so many ex-wives speak so fondly of their former husbands. I never wanted to divorce Seth. Then why did you? You know, Seth had a serious gambling problem. He would either lose our car payment, (..)
    2008 TvShow: Bones Title: The Finger in the Nest Season: 4 Episode 3