Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
affectionally
adverb
/əˈfɛkʃənəli/
Definition
In a manner that shows affection; with love or fondness.
Examples
- The children affectionally called their teacher “Miss Patty”.
- He spoke affectionally about his childhood memories.
- The cat affectionally nuzzled against her when she came home.
Meaning
Used to express warmth or love toward someone or something.
Synonyms
- lovingly
- fondly
- cherishingly
