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(of a person) Having affection or warm regard; loving; fond.

Example: She eulogised her always warm and affectionate brother.

(of an action, etc.) Characterised by or proceeding from affection; indicating love; tender.

Example: the affectionate care of a parent; an affectionate countenance; an affectionate message; affectionate language

Eager; passionate; strongly inclined toward something.

To show affection to; to have affection for.

To emotionally attach (oneself) to.