According to the Scholastic Children’s Dictionary there are two parts of speech to the meaning ; the verb form is to like someone or something very much, the noun form is a strong liking of something, as in a of music. If you are in with someone, you are passionately fond of him or her. Synonyms of are affection, tenderness, attachment, endearment, devotion, and loyalty. is exemplified in many ways: maternal, paternal, brotherly, parental, and platonic. is shown in terms of endearment: loving words, pet names, sweet talk, hugging, k ....