Fatherly (Adjective)
Meaning
Like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The principal offered some fatherly advice to the graduating students, encouraging them to follow their dreams.
- His fatherly guidance helped me to overcome my fears and pursue my goals.
- The coach had a fatherly demeanor that made the young players feel safe and supported.
- As her boss, he took on a fatherly role, mentoring her and providing valuable feedback.
- The old man had a fatherly look in his eyes as he told stories of his own childhood to his grandchildren.