Cool MateMeaning of Affection
the feeling of liking or loving somebody/something very much and caring about them
In simple words: A feeling of liking or loving someone.
Affection in a sentence
- The mother's affection for her child was evident in every embrace.
- His affection for animals led him to become a veterinarian.
- Despite her outward affection, she struggled with building trust.
- They expressed their affection through thoughtful gestures and kind words.
- The puppy's affectionate nature made it an instant favorite among the children.
How to use Affection
Used to express feelings of love or fondness towards someone. Appropriate in personal and emotional contexts, but may be too strong in casual situations.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'affection' as 'a connection' — you feel close to someone.
Related words
Collocations with Affection
- show affection
- express affection
- affection for someone
Synonyms for Affection
- fondness
- tenderness
- attachment
- love
Opposites of Affection
- aversion
- indifference
- dislike
Common mistakes with Affection
- Confused with 'affectionate' as an action.
- Using it in very formal contexts where a simpler word like 'care' is more suitable.
Affection appears in
Affection in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مودة، حنان
شعور بالإعجاب أو الحب لشخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
স্নেহ
কাউকে ভালোবাসা বা পছন্দ করার অনুভূতি।
- GermanDeutsch
Zuneigung
Ein Gefühl, jemanden zu mögen oder zu lieben.
- SpanishEspañol
Afecto
Un sentimiento de querer o amar a alguien.
- Persianفارسی
علاقه
احساسی از دوست داشتن یا عشق به کسی.
- FrenchFrançais
Affection
Un sentiment d'amour ou d'affection pour quelqu'un.
- Hindiहिन्दी
स्नेह
किसी को पसंद करने या प्यार करने की भावना।
- ItalianItaliano
Affetto
Un sentimento di piacere o amore per qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Afeição
Um sentimento de gostar ou amar alguém.
- RussianРусский
Привязанность, нежность
Чувство симпатии или любви к кому-то.
- Urduاردو
محبت
کسی سے محبت یا پسندیدگی کا احساس۔
- Chinese中文
感情
喜欢或爱某人的感觉。
More words like Affection
- Attachment
- LoveA1
A strong feeling of deep affection for someone or something.
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Affection
What does Affection mean?
A feeling of liking or loving someone.
What is the definition of Affection?
the feeling of liking or loving somebody/something very much and caring about them
How do you use Affection in a sentence?
The mother's affection for her child was evident in every embrace.
Can you give another example of Affection?
His affection for animals led him to become a veterinarian.
What are synonyms for Affection?
Common alternatives include fondness, tenderness, attachment, love.
What is the opposite of Affection?
Opposite meanings include aversion, indifference, dislike.
What words go with Affection?
It commonly pairs with show affection, express affection, affection for someone.
What are common mistakes when using Affection?
Confused with 'affectionate' as an action. Using it in very formal contexts where a simpler word like 'care' is more suitable.
How do you pronounce Affection?
US: /["/əˈfekʃn/"]/, UK: /["/əˈfekʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Affection?
Used to express feelings of love or fondness towards someone. Appropriate in personal and emotional contexts, but may be too strong in casual situations.
What CEFR level is Affection?
"Affection" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.