Affectionate ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Affectionate ( adjective )

1. Having or showing fondness or love.
2. Tending to show or express fondness or love.

Origin:

From latin affectionātus, from affectiō ("a disposition, affection") + -ātus ("-at.e")

Examples:

1. He is an affectionate father.
2. She is an affectionate mother.
3. He is an affectionate partner.
4. She is an affectionate friend.
5. He is an affectionate pet owner.

(As a verb)

Affectionate ( verb )

1. Having or showing fondness or love.
2. Tending to show or express fondness or love.

Origin:

From latin affectionātus, from affectiō ("a disposition, affection") + -ātus ("-at.e")

Examples:

1. He is an affectionate father.
2. She is an affectionate mother.
3. He is an affectionate partner.
4. She is an affectionate friend.
5. He is an affectionate pet owner.