affectionate
/əˈfɛkʃənət/adjective
Showing warmth, tenderness, and love.
Example sentence
- “He gave his grandmother an affectionate hug.”
Used of animals as much as people: an affectionate cat. Pairs with "toward" or "with".
Related words
tenderHurting or feeling sore when touched.fulfilledFeeling happy and satisfied because your life or work has real meaning.compassionA strong feeling of sympathy for people who are suffering, together with a wish to help them.satisfiedPleased because something has met your needs or expectations.empathyThe ability to understand and share what another person is feeling or thinking.peacefulFree from war, conflict, or disturbance.