affectionate
adjectiveHow many syllables in affectionate?
There are 5 syllables in the word affectionate.How to pronounce affectionate:
Definition of affectionate:
- affectionate (adjective):
- having or displaying warmth or affection.
- feeling or showing affection or warm regard loving
Synonyms for affectionate:
caringpassionateattacheddevotedfriendlydotingwarm-heartedcompassionatetenderwarmShow 4 more
Antonyms for affectionate:
anticlimacticunresponsivedisdainfulvagueunconcernedreticentundemonstrativeunclearunsociableunenthusiasticShow 15 more
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