Adjective fatherly has 2 senses

1. fatherly, fatherlike - like or befitting a father or fatherhood; kind and protective
   Antonym: maternal (indirect, via paternal)
   
2. fatherly - showing the affection of a father
   Antonym: unloving (indirect, via loving)
   

fatherly

Part of Speech: adjective

Definition: showing the qualities attributed to a father, such as protectiveness, care, and support

Senses:

1. resembling or characteristic of a kind and caring father

Examples:

• He had a fatherly smile that put everyone at ease.
• My best friend's dad gave me fatherly advice when I needed it the most.

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