guardianship
5 synonyms for guardianship, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The legal responsibility or role of caring for someone who cannot care for themselves, such as a child or an incapacitated adult.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use guardianship
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
grant guardianship
under guardianship
Etymology
From guardian + -ship.
Full origin of guardianship →Frequently asked questions
What does “guardianship” mean?
The word “guardianship” means the legal responsibility or role of caring for someone who cannot care for themselves, such as a child or an incapacitated adult. In plain terms, the formal, legal role of being someone's guardian.
How do you use “guardianship” in a sentence?
Here is “guardianship” used in a sentence: “The judge granted guardianship of the children to their grandparents.”
What part of speech is “guardianship”?
“Guardianship” is a noun.
