affectionately

[ uh-fek-shuh-nit-lee ]

adverb

1. in a way that shows or is characterized by affection or love:

   Georgia’s favorite pet is a Russian tortoise, whom she has affectionately named Speedbump.

Other Words From

• pseu·do·af·fec·tion·ate·ly adverb
• qua·si-af·fec·tion·ate·ly adverb
• un·af·fec·tion·ate·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of affectionately¹

affectionate ( def ) + -ly

Example Sentences

Federer teamed up with Nadal for the final match of his career when the pair - affectionately nicknamed 'Fedal' - played together in the doubles for Europe against the Rest of the World at the Laver Cup.

From BBC

Claudia Mo, known affectionately in Cantonese as Auntie Mo, used to be a prominent opposition lawmaker.

From BBC

Didi and Gogo, as Vladimir and Estragon are affectionately known to each other, are like brothers who have depended on each other for their very survival, no matter that they drive each other completely crazy.

From Los Angeles Times

Being trialled is also an autonomous water cart affectionately known as Henry, which, along with manually driven ones, sprays the mine roads to keep the dust down.

From BBC

Noni’s caretakers affectionately nicknamed her “Twinkle Toes,” because she could often be found perched on the thinnest branches of the towering redwoods.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• admiringly
• earnestly
• fondly
• longingly
• passionately
• respectfully
• reverently
• thoughtfully
• warmly
• zealously