Pronunciations (2)
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/əˈfɛkʃənətli/
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əˈfɛkʃənətli
Adverb
In an affectionate manner.
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Catherine is affectionately known as "Kit Kat" to her friends.
The couple were touching each other affectionately.
More examples (1)
After riding high for two decades, the company that makes the hulky bikes that devoted riders affectionately call Hogs is sputtering.
Adverb
with affection
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she loved him dearly
he treats her affectionately