fatherly

Meanings

• adjective

  Having the qualities or character of a father; paternal.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with fatherly
curly , furry , hurly , murky , perky , quirkly , surly , turly , urly , whirly

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Variants

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fatherliness , fatherlinesses , fatherly

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Etymology

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From father + -ly

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Trivia

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1. The term 'fatherly' first appeared in English in the late 15th century.

2. The word 'fatherly' is related to the Old English word 'fæderlīc', which meant 'belonging to a father'.

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Related Concepts

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1. paternal: Related to a father or fatherhood. Synonymous with 'fatherly'.

2. patriarchal: Relating to or derived from a father or a father figure. Refers to a social system in which men hold power and women are subordinate.

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Culture

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In literature and art, the term 'fatherly' is often used to describe the protective, nurturing, and wise qualities of a father figure. For instance, in Charles Dickens' novel 'David Copperfield', the character Mr. Micawber is described as having a 'fatherly' demeanor towards his family.

How to Memorize "fatherly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a father figure, such as Santa Claus or a wise old man, and associate the word 'fatherly' with that image.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'nurturing' or 'protective' when you see or hear the word 'fatherly'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a phrase such as 'Fatherly figures foster feelings of safety and love' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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