Associations to the word «Hypocoristic»

Wiktionary

HYPOCORISTIC, adjective. Relating to a nickname, usually indicating intimacy with the person.
HYPOCORISTIC, adjective. Relating to baby talk.
HYPOCORISTIC, noun. A nickname, especially one indicating intimacy and formed through a shortening of the original name.

Wise words

It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.
Antoine de Saint-Exupery