noun as in strong fondness

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enthusiast, connoisseur, devotee

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Example Sentences

Example:He is an enthusiastic reader and always carries a book with him.

Definition:A person who shows strong and constant interest and enjoyment in something.

From enthusiast

Example:She is a connoisseur of fine art and has a vast collection of paintings.

Definition:A person who has considerable knowledge or appreciation of a particular kind of art, food, wine, etc.

From connoisseur

Example:He is a devoted gardener and spends many hours tending to his plants.

Definition:A person who devotes his or her time, energy, and efforts to a particular thing, activity, or person.

From devotee