Matronly
Matronly adjective - Befitting or characteristic of a fully mature woman.
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Maternal and matronly are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Maternal" instead an adjective "Matronly".
Nearby Word: matron
Maternal
Maternal adjective - Of, relating to, or characteristic of a mother.
Usage example: her maternal instincts told her that something was wrong
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Synonyms for Maternal
Matronly and maternal are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Matronly" instead an adjective "Maternal".
Nearby Words: maternity, maternally
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