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Affectionateness - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Affectionateness is the quality of showing warmth, tenderness, and fondness toward others. It describes a gentle, loving demeanor often expressed through kind words or caring actions.

affectionateness

/əˈfɛkʃənətnəs/ /əˈfɛkʃənətnəs/

Definition:

The quality of being loving, tender, or warm in manner.

Synonyms:

tenderness, warmth, fondness, lovingness

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

coldness, indifference

Common Collocations:

show affectionateness, express affectionateness, full of affectionateness

Derivatives:

affectionate, affectionately

Usage Tips:

Use "affectionateness" to describe a person's warm and loving nature in formal or literary contexts.

Common Phrases:

shower with affectionateness, brimming with affectionateness, heart full of affectionateness

Etymology:

Derived from Latin "affectionem" (fondness) + English suffix "-ness" (state or quality).

Examples:

  • 1. Her affectionateness made everyone feel welcome.
  • 2. The puppy’s affectionateness won over the entire family.
  • 3. He expressed his affectionateness through small gestures.
  • 4. Her letters were filled with warmth and affectionateness.

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