fatherly
1 synonym for fatherly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Kind, protective, and caring in the way typically associated with a good father.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fatherlike
How to use fatherly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
fatherly advice
fatherly concern
a fatherly figure
Etymology
From "father" plus "-ly".
Full origin of fatherly →Frequently asked questions
What does “fatherly” mean?
The word “fatherly” means kind, protective, and caring in the way typically associated with a good father. In plain terms, warm, protective, and guiding, in the manner of a caring father.
How do you pronounce “fatherly”?
“Fatherly” is pronounced FAH-thuh-lee (/ˈfɑðɚli/ in IPA).
How do you use “fatherly” in a sentence?
Here is “fatherly” used in a sentence: “He gave the young intern some fatherly advice before she started the job.”
What part of speech is “fatherly”?
“Fatherly” is an adjective.
