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Pronunciation: [pətˈɜːnə͡li] (IPA)

Paternally refers to the behavior or attitude of a fatherly figure. Synonyms for paternally include fatherly, protective, caring, nurturing, responsible, and supportive. These words all convey a similar sense of warmth and guidance, suggesting a caretaker who is interested in the wellbeing and success of those whom they are looking after. Other synonyms for paternally include avuncular, which refers to the behavior of an uncle-like figure, and filial, meaning relating to a child's relationship with their parents. All of these words emphasize the importance of familial connections and the responsibilities that come with them.
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In the past Britt had purred paternally in her presence and had stared at her in a way that often disconcerted her.
"When Egypt Went Broke"
Holman Day
From this assault he emerged flushed and breathless, but beaming with satisfaction, and saying paternally,- Bless you, my children, bless you.
"Kitty's Class Day And Other Stories"
Louisa M. Alcott
The Old Man did not notice either, but, knitting his smooth young brow in a paternally reflective fashion, went on: You'll have to get a new pair of trousers, Mills, but as he doesn't keep clothing, we'll have to get some canvas and cut you out a pair.
"On the Frontier"
Bret Harte

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  • This mortal Don Quixote died and descended into hell, which he entered lance on rest, and freed all the condemned, as he freed the galley slaves, and he shut the gates of hell, and tore down the scroll that Dante saw there and replaced it by one on which was written "Long live hope!" and escorted by those whom he had freed, and they laughing at him, he went to heaven. And God laughed paternally at him, and this divine laughter filled his soul with eternal happiness.
    Miguel de Unamuno

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