👩‍👧‍👦Motherly

adjective
/ˈmʌðərli/

Meaning

having qualities characteristic of a mother; caring and protective

Example Sentences

She showed motherly care and affection towards all the children.

Synonyms

maternal, nurturing, caring, protective

Antonyms

unmotherly, neglectful, harsh, cold

Collocations

motherly love, motherly instinct, motherly care, motherly advice

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