fond of :

1. (of) having a great liking or love. (for someone or something, esp. as a result of a long relationship)

"She has many faults, but we're all very fond of her."

"My young nephews are fond of playing practical jokes on me."

2. loving in a kind, gentle, or tender way.

"a fond farewell"

3. foolishly loving, giving in weakly to loving feelings.

"A fond mother may spoil her child."

4. foolishly trusting or hopeful .

"She is waiting patiently in the fond belief he'll come back to her."