fondnessn.1. The quality or state of being fond; foolishness.() 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.)()