fondness

Used to describe a strong feeling of affection or liking.

Emphasizes that the affection is unique or more significant than usual.

Indicates a specific but perhaps understated feeling of affection.

Highlights a special or notable feeling of affection for someone or something specific.

To possess a feeling of fondness for someone or something.

To experience the emotion of fondness for someone or something.

To begin to feel fondness for someone or something over a period of time.

Indicates the person or thing toward whom the fondness is directed.