Grandfatherly
ahd-5
adjective.
Characteristic of or befitting a grandfather.
adjective.
Having the qualities of a grandfather.
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adjective.
Like a grandfather in age or manner; kind; benignant; indulgent.
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adjective.
In the manner of a
grandfather
adjective.
Having the characteristics of a grandfather
Word Usage
"Gilbertson comes back for another bite investment vehicle as "grandfatherly" -- but don't interpret that as a hint towards retirement."
Same Context
Words that are found in similar contexts
anticipative
dicky
gold-bowed
half-bred
heaven-directed
Synonym
Words with the same meaning
benignant
indulgent
kind