Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paternal
Adjective
/pəˈtɜrnəl/
Definition
Relating to or characteristic of a father.
Examples
- He took a paternal interest in his son’s education.
- Her paternal instincts kicked in when she held the baby for the first time.
- The paternal figure in the story provided guidance to the protagonist.
Meaning
The term pertains to the father or fatherhood, often describing qualities or aspects associated with being a dad.
Synonyms
- fatherly
- dad-like
- pa
