fatherly

• Qui évoque ou convient à un père, ou qui se comporte avec la bienveillance, la protection et la tendresse d'un bon père.

Describes behavior or qualities that are typical of a kind, protective, and caring father.

1. Like or befitting a fatherB2formal

   Having the qualities or characteristics typical of a father, such as kindness, protection, and guidance.

   Paternel

   • He gave her a fatherly hug when she was upset.
   • His fatherly advice helped me make the right decision.
   • The teacher had a fatherly manner with his students.

   Synonymesaffectionatebenevolentcaringfatherlikeguidingkindpaternalprotective