affectional

[ uh-fek-shuh-nl ]
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adjective
  1. relating to or implying affection.

Origin of affectional

1
First recorded in 1855–60; affection1 + -al1

Other words from affectional

  • af·fec·tion·al·ly, adverb

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How to use affectional in a sentence

  • The Rector in his address affectionally warned the society, especially the female members, against extravagance in dress.

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