Affectionately
/əˈfɛkʃənətli/
Meaning & Definition
adverb
In a manner showing fondness or love.
She affectionately stroked the dog’s fur as it lay beside her.
With warmth or tenderness.
He affectionately called his grandmother 'Nana'.
In a way that expresses care or warmth.
The teacher affectionately encouraged her students to pursue their dreams.
With genuine feelings of fondness.
They affectionately reminisced about their childhood adventures.
Etymology
From Middle French 'affectionnel' meaning affectionate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
affectionately known as
a phrase used to describe how someone is fondly referred to.
give someone affectionately
to show love or care to someone in a warm manner.
Related Words
affection
a gentle feeling of fondness or liking.
affectionate
readily feeling or showing fondness or tenderness.
Slang Meanings
lovey-dovey
They are always so lovey-dovey with each other.
smoochy
They were being all smoochy at the party.