Fond"ness, n.
1.
The quality or state of being fond; foolishness.
[Obs.]
Fondness it were for any, being free,
To covet fetters, though they golden be.
Spenser.
2.
Doting affection; tender liking; strong appetite, propensity, or relish; as, he had a fondness for truffles.
My heart had still some foolish fondness for thee.
Addison.
Syn.- Attachment; affection; love; kindness.
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