Like vs. Fond — What's the Difference?

In English, the word like has a very flexible range of uses, ranging from conventional to non-standard. It can be used as a noun, verb, adverb, adjective, preposition, particle, conjunction, hedge, filler, and quotative.

Having a strong liking, inclination, or affection

Having the same characteristics or qualities as; similar to

In the culinary arts, fond is a contraction of fonds de cuisine which is loosely described as "the foundation and working capital of the kitchen". It refers to a flavorful liquid that is used as foundation (fondation in French, hence the abbreviation fond) for other preparations, such as stocks, broths, gravies and sauces.

Used to draw attention to the nature of an action or event

Affectionate; tender

Such as; for example

Immoderately affectionate or indulgent; doting

In the same way that; as

Cherished; dear

As though; as if

(Archaic) Naively credulous or foolish.

Used with reference to a person or thing of the same kind as another

The background of a design in lace.

The things one likes or prefers

Having a liking or affection (for).

(of a person or thing) having similar qualities or characteristics to another person or thing

Affectionate.

Used in speech as a meaningless filler or to signify the speaker's uncertainty about an expression just used

Indulgent.

Used to convey a person's reported attitude or feelings in the form of direct speech (whether or not representing an actual quotation)

Outlandish; foolish; silly.

In the manner of

(obsolete) Foolish; simple; weak.

Find agreeable, enjoyable, or satisfactory

(obsolete) Doted on; regarded with affection.

Wish for; want

(obsolete) To have a foolish affection for, to be fond of.

To find pleasant or attractive; enjoy

(obsolete) To caress; to fondle.

To want to have

The background design in lace-making.

To prefer

(cooking) Brown residue in pans from cooking meats and vegetables.

To feel about; regard

(information science) A group of records having shared provenance.

To believe or predict that (a certain competitor) will win a contest

(obsolete) Foundation; bottom; groundwork.

To perform well under (a given condition) or using (a given feature)

(obsolete) Fund, stock, or store.

(Archaic) To be pleasing to.

Foolish; silly; simple; weak.

To have an inclination or a preference

Foolishly tender and loving; weakly indulgent; over-affectionate.

(Scots) To be pleased.

Affectionate; loving; tender; - in a good sense; as, a fond mother or wife.

Something that is liked; a preference

Loving; much pleased; affectionately regardful, indulgent, or desirous; longing or yearning; - followed by of (formerly also by on).

One similar to or like another. Used with the

Doted on; regarded with affection.

Often likes(Informal) An equivalent or similar person or thing; an equal or match

Trifling; valued by folly; trivial.

Possessing the characteristics of; resembling closely; similar to

To caress; to fondle.

In the typical manner of

To be fond; to dote.

In the same way as

Foundation; bottom; groundwork;

Inclined or disposed to

Fund, stock, or store.

As if the probability exists for

Having or displaying warmth or affection;

Such as; for example

Extravagantly or foolishly loving and indulgent;

Possessing the same or almost the same characteristics; similar

Absurd or silly because unlikely;

In the manner of being; as if. Used as an intensifier of action

(followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for;

(Informal) Probably; likely

Nearly; approximately

(Nonstandard) Used to provide emphasis or to focus attention on something

In the same way that; as

As if

To enjoy, be pleased by; favor; be in favor of.

To please.

(obsolete) To derive pleasure of, by or with someone or something.

To prefer and maintain (an action) as a regular habit or activity.

(obsolete) To have an appearance or expression; to look; to seem to be (in a specified condition).

(archaic) To come near; to avoid with difficulty; to escape narrowly.

To find attractive; to prefer the company of; to have mild romantic feelings for.

(obsolete) To liken; to compare.

To show support for, or approval of, something posted on the Internet by marking it with a vote.

(with 'would' and in certain other phrases) To want, desire. See also would like.

To accept as an input.

To be likely.

Something that a person likes (prefers).

(internet) An individual vote showing support for, approval of, or enjoyment of, something posted on the Internet.

(sometimes as the likes of) Someone similar to a given person, or something similar to a given object; a comparative; a type; a sort.

(golf) The stroke that equalizes the number of strokes played by the opposing player or side.

Similar.

Likely; probable.

Inclined (to), prone (to).

Likely.

In a like or similar manner.

(colloquial) As, the way.

As if; as though.

Similar to, reminiscent of

Typical of

Approximating

In the manner of, similarly to

Such as

As if there would be

Used to ask for a description or opinion of someone or something

Having the same, or nearly the same, appearance, qualities, or characteristics; resembling; similar to; similar; alike; - often with in and the particulars of the resemblance; as, they are like each other in features, complexion, and many traits of character.

Equal, or nearly equal; as, fields of like extent.

Having probability; affording probability; probable; likely.

Inclined toward; disposed to; as, to feel like taking a walk.

That which is equal or similar to another; the counterpart; an exact resemblance; a copy.

A liking; a preference; inclination; - usually in pl.; as, we all have likes and dislikes.

The stroke which equalizes the number of strokes played by the opposing player or side; as, to play the like.

In a manner like that of; in a manner similar to; as, do not act like him.

In a like or similar manner.

Likely; probably.

To suit; to please; to be agreeable to.

To be pleased with in a moderate degree; to approve; to take satisfaction in; to enjoy.

To liken; to compare.

To be pleased; to choose.

To have an appearance or expression; to look; to seem to be (in a specified condition).

Prefer or wish to do something;

Find enjoyable or agreeable;

Be fond of;

Feel about or towards; consider, evaluate, or regard;

Want to have;

Resembling or similar; having the same or some of the same characteristics; often used in combination;

Equal in amount or value;

Having the same or similar characteristics;

Conforming in every respect;