patriarchal
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for patriarchal, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to or resembling a patriarch; dignified in the manner of a respected elder.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
patriarchial
patriarchic
Antonyms
matriarchal
How to use patriarchal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
patriarchal society
patriarchal system
patriarchal family
Etymology
Borrowed from Late Latin patriarchālis, itself formed from patriarcha and -ālis. It can also be read synchronically as patriarch plus -al.
Full origin of patriarchal →Frequently asked questions
What does “patriarchal” mean?
The word “patriarchal” means relating to or resembling a patriarch; dignified in the manner of a respected elder. In plain terms, either "like a wise elder male leader," or, more commonly today, "run by and favouring men.".
How do you pronounce “patriarchal”?
“Patriarchal” is pronounced payt-ree-AHKL (/ˌpeɪtɹiˈɑɹkl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “patriarchal” in a sentence?
Here is “patriarchal” used in a sentence: “He had a patriarchal air that made everyone in the room listen.”
What is another word for “patriarchal”?
Words with a similar meaning to “patriarchal” include patriarchial and patriarchic.
What part of speech is “patriarchal”?
“Patriarchal” is an adjective.
Is “patriarchal” a common word?
“Patriarchal” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “patriarchal” have?
“Patriarchal” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or resembling a patriarch; dignified in the manner of a respected elder.
