AFFECTION


Meaning of AFFECTION in English

n. Function: noun

1

Synonyms: FEELING 3, affectivity, emotion, passion, sentiment

Related Words: leaning, penchant, propensity; bias, predilection; bent, faculty, turn

Contrasted Words: aversion, hate, hatred; dislike, distaste

Antonyms: antipathy

2

Synonyms: LOVE 1, attachment, devotion, fondness

Related Words: sympathy, tenderness, warmth; attention, concern, interest; doting, enjoying

Contrasted Words: coolness, frigidity

Antonyms: coldness

Merriam Webster. Collegiate thesaurus English dictionary.      Английский энциклопедический толковый словарь тезауруса.