† aˈffectious, a. Obs.
[f. affection on analogy of caution, cautious, action, actious, etc.: see -ious. The etymological form is affectuous, q.v.]
= affectionate; earnest, cordial, loving.
| 1581 Marbeck Bk. of Notes 845 True prayer is an earnest and affectious communication of the heart with God. 1607 Trag. of Nero (N.) A fare-well kisse, Kisse of true kindnesse and affectious love. 1775 Ash, Affectious (not used). |