Role Models

3 words in this vocabulary list

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

  • The fatherly figure provided guidance and support to his children.
  • He always had a fatherly way of giving advice to his friends.
  • My uncle is so cool, he's like a fatherly figure to me.
  • The old oak tree stood tall and fatherly in the middle of the forest.

noun A wise and trusted counselor or teacher

verb To serve as a mentor to someone

  • The mentor provided valuable guidance and support to the new employees.
  • My mentor at work is always there to help me out when I need it.
  • I'm lucky to have a mentor who's got my back at the office.
  • The wise old tree served as a mentor to the young saplings in the forest.

noun A pillar is a tall vertical structure, usually used to support a building or as a decoration. In this context, 'pillar' symbolizes a person or thing that is considered a mainstay or support of society.

preposition The preposition 'of' shows the relationship between 'pillar' and 'society', indicating that the pillar is a part of or connected to society.

  • The philanthropist was considered a pillar of society for his numerous charitable contributions.
  • Everyone in town looks up to Mr. Johnson as a real pillar of society.
  • Dude, that guy is like the ultimate pillar of society, always helping out everyone.
  • In the world of literature, Shakespeare is often referred to as a pillar of society for his enduring impact on culture.