Fond"ness , n.
1. The quality or state of being fond; foolishness. [Obs.]
Fondness it were for any, being free,
To covet fetters, though they golden be. Spenser. 2.
Doting affection;
tender liking; strong appetite, propensity, or relish; as, he
had a fondness for
truffles. My heart had still some foolish fondness for thee.
Addison. Syn. -- Attachment; affection;
love; kindness.
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