Need another word that means the same as “motherly”? Find 17 synonyms for “motherly” in this overview.
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The synonyms of “Motherly” are: maternal, maternalistic, protective, caring, loving, devoted, affectionate, fond, warm, tender, gentle, kind, kindly, comforting, understanding, compassionate, maternally
Motherly as an Adjective
Definitions of "Motherly" as an adjective
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “motherly” as an adjective can have the following definitions:
- Of, resembling, or characteristic of a mother, especially in being caring, protective, and kind.
- Befitting a mother; warm and nurturing.
Synonyms of "Motherly" as an adjective (16 Words)
| affectionate | Having or displaying warmth or affection. His affectionate nature. |
| caring | Displaying kindness and concern for others. Caring friends. |
| comforting | Serving to improve a person’s mood or restore a sense of physical well-being. A comforting bowl of soup. |
| compassionate | Showing or having compassion. She tried to sound compassionate. |
| devoted | (followed by `to’) dedicated exclusively to a purpose or use. A devoted husband and father. |
| fond | Having an affection or liking for. He was not too fond of dancing. |
| gentle | Marked by moderate steepness. Gentle rain. |
| kind | Agreeable, conducive to comfort. Thanked her for her kind letter. |
| kindly | Showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity. He was a quiet kindly man. |
| loving | Enjoying the specified activity or thing. Her music loving son. |
| maternal | (of feelings) typical of a caring mother; motherly. Maternal care. |
| maternalistic | Relating to or derived from one’s mother. |
| protective | Intended to protect someone or something. Protective gloves are worn to minimize injury. |
| tender | Inclined to heel over easily under sail. Pelargoniums are colourful but tender plants. |
| understanding | Characterized by understanding based on comprehension and discernment and empathy. People expect their doctor to be understanding. |
| warm | Psychologically warm friendly and responsive. Her fair colouring suited soft warm shades. |
Usage Examples of "Motherly" as an adjective
- She held both her arms wide in a gesture of motherly love.
Motherly as an Adverb
Definitions of "Motherly" as an adverb
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “motherly” as an adverb can have the following definitions:
- In a maternal manner; as a mother.
Synonyms of "Motherly" as an adverb (1 Word)
| maternally | In a maternal manner; as a mother. She loved her students almost maternally. |
