paternal

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to a father or a father's position or authority.

  - "The paternal leave policy allows fathers to take time off work after the birth of their child."
  - "The paternal instinct is a natural feeling that drives fathers to protect and care for their offspring."

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Pronunciation

1. /pəˈtɜː(ɹ)nəl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2454185"

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Antonyms

maternal

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with paternal
parental , vocational , occupational , residential

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Variants

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paternal , paternally

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'pater' meaning 'father'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'paternalism' refers to the belief that a superior or more knowledgeable person should control and make decisions for those perceived to be less capable.

2. In some cultures, the paterfamilias was the head of the Roman household and held complete power and authority over all family members.

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Related Concepts

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1. Maternal: Relating to a mother or a mother's position or care.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'paternal' is often used to describe the relationship between a father and child. It can also refer to the traditional role and expectations placed upon fathers in society. In art, paternal themes can be seen in depictions of fatherly love and care.

How to Memorize "paternal"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a father caring for his child. Imagine the father holding and comforting his baby.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'paternal' with the image of a loving father.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Papa's Authority Towards Nurturing And Loving' to remember the meaning of paternal.

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