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fatherlike

UK
/ˈfɑːðəlaɪk/
US
/ˈfɑːðərlaɪk/

Translations

fatherlikeadverb
UK
/ˈfɑːðəlaɪk/
US
/ˈfɑðərlaɪk/
Used occasionally to modify verbs, e.g. "He spoke fatherlike, offering gentle advice."
paternellementS’emploie surtout dans un registre littéraire ou soutenu.
She smiled fatherlike, reassuring the frightened child.
Elle sourit paternellement, rassurant l’enfant effrayé.
Synonyms
as a father
like a father
in a fatherlike manner
in a fatherly way
paternally
fatherlikeadjective
more fatherlike
Comp.
most fatherlike
Super.
UK
/ˈfɑːðəlaɪk/
US
/ˈfɑːðərlaɪk/
His fatherlike demeanor made him a natural leader.
Son attitude paternelle faisait de lui un leader naturel.
Synonyms
fatherly
paternal
caring
nurturing
protective

Definitions

fatherlikeadverb
In a manner resembling or characteristic of a father; protectively or paternally.
She smiled fatherlike, reassuring the frightened child.
fatherlikeadjective
Resembling or characteristic of a father, especially in being protective, caring, or authoritative.
His fatherlike demeanor made him a natural leader among the group, always looking out for everyone's well-being.
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