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tutelary

adjective

/ˈtjuːtɪləri/

Meaning

Relating to or serving as a guardian or protector, often used for deities or spirits.

Athena was considered the tutelary goddess of Athens.

guardian, protective, patron, supervisory

neglectful, unprotective

tutelary deity, tutelary spirit, tutelary role

Involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association.

Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.

showing compassion or understanding for someone's feelings or situation

Relating to or denoting the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more com...

Situated away from the coast; towards the interior of a country.

having a taste like sugar; pleasing or delightful