Fatherlike (Adjective)
Meaning
Like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The teacher's fatherlike demeanor put the nervous students at ease on their first day of school.
- He had a fatherlike concern for the well-being of his younger colleagues.
- The coach's fatherlike advice helped the young athlete to overcome his fears and doubts.
- Her fatherlike instincts kicked in when she saw the lost child crying in the mall.
- The principal's fatherlike leadership style earned him the respect and admiration of the entire school community.