"Maternal" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"maternal" Definition
- having feelings that are typical of a caring mother towards a child
- connected with being a mother
- [only before noun] related through the mother’s side of the family
"maternal" Synonyms & Antonyms
"maternal" synonyms:
- motherly,
- nurturing,
- protective,
- affectionate,
- caring,
- devoted,
- loving,
- maternalistic,
- tender,
- warm,
- fond,
- gentle,
- kind,
- mother,
- comforting,
- compassionate,
- kindly,
- guiding,
- parental
"maternal" antonyms:
- fatherly,
- paternal,
- neglectful,
- uncaring,
- kind,
- supportive,
- kindly,
- tender,
- protective,
- affectionate,
- patriarchal,
- indulgent,
- benevolent,
- benign,
- avuncular,
- caring,
- forbearing,
- fatherlike,
- vigilant