Affectionate and Amatory

Affectionate

Affectionate adjective - Feeling or showing love.
Usage example: an affectionate child who gives hugs and kisses freely

Amatory is a synonym for affectionate in romantic topic. In some cases you can use "Amatory" instead an adjective "Affectionate".

Nearby Words: affection, affectionately

Amatory

Amatory adjective - Of, relating to, exciting, or expressing sexual attraction or desire.

Affectionate is a synonym for amatory in romantic topic. You can use "Affectionate" instead an adjective "Amatory".
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