Words similar to affectionate

Example sentences for: affectionate

How can you use “affectionate” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

The Brits now appreciate his many good works and his affectionate fathering.
Critics are slightly irritated by the film's tendency toward sitcom jokes and timing but nevertheless embrace the "affectionate humor" (Janet Maslin, the New York Times ) Jenkins shows toward her characters.
You would, however, receive an affectionate reception if you were a domestic animal--sorry again, the term preferred by animal lovers is "date."
Elsewhere in the world of politics and culture, George W. Bush yesterday was reported by Maureen Dowd, in an unusually affectionate mood, to have not been to see a movie in five years.
A sweet, pretty affectionate girl or young woman was said to be duckie.