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affectionately

[uh-fek-shuh-nit-lee] / əˈfɛk ʃə nɪt li /
ADVERB
dearly
Synonyms
Antonyms




ADVERB
tenderly
Synonyms
STRONGEST
WEAK


ADVERB
warmly
Synonyms


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In an emotional message posted on Radio 2's social accounts, the presenter - affectionately known as "Whispering" Bob Harris - thanked the BBC and his listeners for their support.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Known affectionately as 'Bunny', she has dominated headlines after contract renewal discussions broke down with her current deal set to run out in June.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

A particularly massive sea lion has Bay Area tourists and residents flocking to Pier 39 in San Francisco to spot the mammal affectionately named “Chonkers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

The "Nerd Prom" as attendees affectionately call it brings together hundreds of Washington journalists and media executives to raise funds for scholarships and awards.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

The affectionately titled “Local Group” contains only two large galaxies of any size, both spirals: the Milky Way and M31.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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