falsefondness
nounUK /ˌfɔːlsˈfɒndnəs/
US /ˌfɔːlsˈfɑːndnəs/
A fake kind of liking that is not real.
Her falsefondness for the new student disappeared once she got what she wanted.
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2. A show of caring that hides selfish reasons.
His falsefondness fooled everyone until the truth came out.
3. An exaggerated attachment used to gain trust.
The salesman's falsefondness made customers believe he cared about them.
4. A pretend closeness between people that is not genuine.
Their falsefondness at the party felt awkward and cold.