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Motherly
Meaning
Adj
●
Befitting a
mother
;
warm
,
caring
,
nurturing
,
protective
, loving.
Adv
●
In a way
pertaining
to,
befitting
, or of a mother.
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Origin
motherly
English
-ly
English
-lice
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
-ly
Middle English (1100-1500)
mother
English
moder
Middle English (1100-1500)
modor
Old English (ca. 450-1100)
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Etym
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Maternal
Womanly
Matronly
Nurturing
Sisterly
Demure
Ladylike
Affectionate
Paternal
Caring
Compassionate
Submissive
Empathic
Childlike
Sympathetic
Loving
Selfless
Mothering
Feminine
Gentle
Stoic
Girlish
Seductive
Motherhood
Tomboyish
Generous
Flirtatious
Mom
Beautiful
Compassion
Emotional
Sentimental
Obedient
Nurturance
Mischievous
Romantic
Docile
Comforting
Rebellious
Masculine
Homely
Lovable
Affection
Kindness
Filial
Grandmother
Solicitous
Sensuous
Special
Smart
Friendly
Intelligent
Selfish
Sorrowful
Lovely
Filial Piety
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