adjective as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

overcome, emotional, sentimental

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Example Sentences

Example:He was so overcome with delight that he jumped up and down.

Definition:Unable to control oneself due to a sudden strong emotion such as fear or sorrow.

From overcome

Example:She was an emotional person who often got touched by small things.

Definition:Showing or characterized by emotion, especially to a noticeable or exaggerated degree.

From emotional

Example:The sentimental story touched everyone in the room.

Definition:Easily moved to pity or love; having or showing tender, affectionate, or romantic feelings or a disposition affected by emotion rather than practical considerations.

From sentimental