fondly
Translation
fondly, lovingly, affectionately
Examples
She smiled fondly at her children.
She smiled fondly at her children.
I fondly remember our time together.
I fondly remember our time together.
Grammar Patterns
to ((verb)) fondly She smiled fondly at him.
to fondly ((verb)) I fondly remember my childhood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lovingly, affectionately, dearly
Etymology
From the adjective 'fond' (having an affection for) plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly'. 'Fond' originally meant 'foolish'.
Memory Tips
This adverb describes the way you do something when you are 'fond' of someone or something. 'Fondly remember' is a common collocation.