affectionately
adverb
in a way that shows or is characterized by affection or love.
unaffectionately
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a word derived from
affectionately.
Example Sentences
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The sunken and overcrowded area where New Jersey commuters must wait for oft-delayed trains is unaffectionately known as “the Pit.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 13, 2026
Known unaffectionately as "Gorgeous George," the Stinson is a recently built 1,000-ft.-long Goliath of the lakes.
From Time Magazine Archive
Fuchsia’s mom, Crystal, who Fuchsia unaffectionately calls by her first name, works the early shift at the bakery and currently has full custody of Fuchsia.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
"With the reverse of love, "Yours unaffectionately, "Merle Ramsay."
From A Fortunate Term by Angela Brazil
