Fatherly

Pronunciation: /ˈfɑːðərli/

Definitions of fatherly

adjective relating to or characteristic of a father, especially in being kind, protective, and supportive

Example Sentences

A1 My fatherly advice is to always wear a helmet when riding a bike.

A2 He had a fatherly smile on his face as he watched his children play in the park.

B1 The coach took on a fatherly role, guiding the young athletes both on and off the field.

B2 His fatherly instincts kicked in when he saw the child wandering alone in the store.

C1 The CEO's fatherly approach to leadership fostered a sense of trust and loyalty among his employees.

C2 Despite his tough exterior, he had a fatherly warmth that endeared him to all who knew him.

Examples of fatherly in a Sentence

formal The fatherly figure provided guidance and support to his children.

informal He always had a fatherly way of giving advice to his friends.

slang My uncle is so cool, he's like a fatherly figure to me.

figurative The old oak tree stood tall and fatherly in the middle of the forest.

Grammatical Forms of fatherly

• past tense: fathered
• plural: fatherlies
• comparative: more fatherly
• superlative: most fatherly
• present tense: father
• future tense: will father
• perfect tense: has fathered
• continuous tense: is fathering
• singular: fatherly
• positive degree: fatherly
• infinitive: to father
• gerund: fathering
• participle: fathered

Origin and Evolution of fatherly

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'fatherly' originates from the Old English word 'fæderlic' which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'faderlīkaz'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'fatherly' has retained its original meaning of characteristics or qualities associated with a father figure, showing care, protection, and guidance.