Adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

dilettante, coquet, peevish, courteous

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Example:He was a dilettante in his approach to gardening, often changing his plans for the garden layout more frequently than was sensible.

Definition:A person who lacks expertise or seriousness in an activity, often engaging in it for pleasure or on a superficial level.

From dilettante

Example:She’s a coquet about her appearance, fussing too much over her hair and makeup, but it’s unnecessary.

Definition:Excessively concerned with or fussy about details; usually used to describe someone who is overly focused on appearances and small matters.

From coquet

Example:Her peevish complaints about the guest’s coffee were unwarranted and inappropriate.

Definition:Easily annoyed or irritated; grumpy; irritable.

From peevish

Example:Overfussy manners are often seen as annoying, especially when they are at the expense of genuine friendliness.

Definition:Polite in a mannered or overanxious way.

From courteous