adjective
- showing feelings of liking or love; warm and caring
Examples
- She gave her grandmother an affectionate hug.
- The dog was very affectionate with children.
- He wrote an affectionate letter to his wife.
- The couple exchanged affectionate glances across the room.
- My cat becomes more affectionate when it's cold outside.
- The teacher had an affectionate nickname for each student.