fond

adjective

1. 1

   (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for

   fond of chocolate

   partial to horror movies

2. 2

   extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent

   adoring grandparents

   deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain

3. 3

   having or displaying warmth or affection

   affectionate children

   a fond embrace

4. 4

   absurd or silly because unlikely

   fond hopes of becoming President

   fond fancies