Maternal

Meaning

relating to a mother; motherly

Relating to a mother; showing motherly qualities such as care and protection.

Example Sentences

She showed maternal care towards the orphan child.

She showed great maternal affection toward the child.

Example Expressions

maternal instinct

Synonyms

motherly, nurturing, protective, caring

Entry 1

motherly, nurturing, protective

Entry 2

motherly, protective, caring, nurturing

Antonyms

paternal, fatherly

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paternal, fatherly

Entry 2

paternal, fatherly

Collocations

maternal instinct, maternal care, maternal love, maternal health

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maternal instinct, maternal care, maternal love

Entry 2

maternal care, maternal health, maternal love, maternal instinct