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avuncular

UK
/əˈvʌŋkjʊlə/
US
/əˈvʌŋkjələr/

Traduzioni

avuncularadjective
more avuncular
Comp.
most avuncular
Super.
UK
/əˈvʌŋkjʊlə/
US
/əˈvʌŋkjələr/
He had an avuncular manner that made everyone feel comfortable.
У него был дядюшкин манер, который заставлял всех чувствовать себя комфортно.
Traduzioni aggiuntive
дядей
дядюшеский
Sinonimi
caring
supportive
uncle-like
kindly
benevolent
friendly

Definizioni

avuncularadjective
Relating to the characteristics of an uncle, especially in being kind, friendly, or helpful.
His avuncular manner made him a favorite among the children in the neighborhood.
Relating to the relationship between a maternal uncle and his nephew or niece, especially regarding social authority or obligation.
In some matrilineal societies, avuncular authority outweighs paternal authority.
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