— affectionately , adv. — affectionateness , n.
/euh fek"sheuh nit/ , adj.
1. showing, indicating, or characterized by affection or love; fondly tender: an affectionate embrace.
2. having great affection or love; warmly attached; loving: your affectionate brother.
3. Obs.
a. strongly disposed or inclined.
b. passionate; headstrong.
c. biased; partisan.
[ 1485-95; AFFECTION 1 + -ATE 1 , on the model of PASSIONATE ]
Syn. 1. loving, fond.