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The affectionate dog rested its head on Nia's knee.
What does Affectionate mean?
Affectionate means showing gentle love, care, or fondness.
Dictionary definition
Showing gentle love, care, or fondness.
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What does affectionate mean?
Affectionate means showing gentle love, care, or fondness.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to affectionate?
Loving is a synonym for affectionate because it has a similar meaning.
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Which sentence best shows the meaning of affectionate?
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uh · fek · shuh · nit · strongest beat: fek
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WordAffectionate.
Partadjective.
MeaningAffectionate means showing gentle love, care, or fondness.
ExampleExample: The affectionate dog rested its head on Nia's knee.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- uh · fek · shuh · nit
- Strongest beat
- fek
- Ending
- nit
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fek.
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Synonyms
Words like Affectionate
lovingUse when someone shows warm care.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unfriendlyUse when someone does not show warmth.
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Word family
Affectionate word family
Base word
affection
adverb
affectionately
In a loving or caring way.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show gentle love or care.
Common mix-up
Affectionate does not always mean hugging; it can be shown through kind words or helpful actions.
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