Meaning of fond

(adj) having or displaying warmth or affection; "affectionate children"; "a fond embrace"; "fond of his nephew"; "a tender glance"

extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent; "adoring grandparents"; "deceiving her preoccupied and doting husband with a young captain"; "hopelessly spoiled by a fond mother"

(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for; "fond of chocolate"; "partial to horror movies"

absurd or silly because unlikely; "fond hopes of becoming President"; "fond fancies"