avuncular — Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person; showing the protective care of an uncle
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person; showing the protective care of an uncle
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈvʌŋkjələr/
Example Sentences
- Despite being the CEO, his avuncular personality made the intern spill coffee on him without fear.
- The judge's avuncular demeanor helped calm the nervous witness.
- His avuncular way of giving dating advice involved embarrassing dad jokes and outdated references.
avuncular
ADJECTIVE[/əˈvʌŋkjələr/]
Kind and friendly toward a younger or less experienced person; showing the protective care of an uncle
a gentle older man with gray hair sits on a park bench, leaning forward attentively as he listens to a young teenager who appears troubled. The man places a reassuring hand on the teen's shoulder while nodding with understanding and concern. The teenager's posture gradually relaxes as they continue talking, shifting from hunched over to sitting up straighter. The older man gestures warmly as he offers advice, his expression showing both wisdom and genuine care. Other park visitors in the background notice the touching mentoring moment. kind and friendly protective care toward a younger, less experienced person
A uncle are here - avuncular care and protection!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'avunculus' meaning 'maternal uncle.' In ancient Roman culture, the maternal uncle played a special protective and nurturing role toward his sister's children.
Breakdown
avuncul- (uncle) + -ar (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to' or 'resembling')
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📝Examples
“Despite being the CEO, his avuncular personality made the intern spill coffee on him without fear.”
“The judge's avuncular demeanor helped calm the nervous witness.”
“His avuncular way of giving dating advice involved embarrassing dad jokes and outdated references.”
“The avuncular mentor took pride in his protégé's achievements.”
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