Affection

Pronunciation: /əˈfɛkʃən/

Affection (noun)

  1. A gentle feeling of liking or love for someone or something.
  2. An emotional connection or bond with a person or thing.
  3. A physical expression of fondness, like hugging or holding hands.

Examples

  • She showed great affection for her friends.
  • His affection for animals was evident.

Common collocations: deep affection, show affection, affectionate gesture, strong affection, develop affection

Synonyms of Affection

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Affection

  • — expressing opposite feelings
  • — lack of emotional response