affectional
[ uh-fek-shuh-nl ]
adjective
relating to or implying affection.
Origin of affectional
1First recorded in 1855–60; affection1 + -al1
Other words from affectional
- af·fec·tion·al·ly, adverb
Words Nearby affectional
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How to use affectional in a sentence
I believe that a woman of intellectual strength has a corresponding affectional strength.
A New Atmosphere | Gail HamiltonA book that not only permits, but commands religious persecution, has not in my judgment developed the affectional nature of man.
Men, Women, and Gods | Helen H. GardenerLearn to trust your intuitions more and place reliance in the guidance of your affectional nature.
Manual of the Enumeration | C. J. CoffmanThe social and affectional side of your nature is well developed, and you can easily attract to yourself friends and companions.
Manual of the Enumeration | C. J. CoffmanHow strange that I should have no children, and only get a little sad sort of happiness, not of the affectional quality!
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