adjective as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Her motherish behavior made her feel suffocated when she returned home.

Definition:Nurturing, caring, and sometimes overprotective behavior, often associated with a mother's typical actions.

From motherish behavior

Example:His motherish concerns about his fiancée's cooking skills were unwarranted.

Definition:Excessive worry or care, often characteristic of a mother's focused attention and concern for her child.

From motherish concerns

Example:His motherish protectiveness kept him from facing challenges on his own.

Definition:Nurturing and overprotective behavior, often seen in parental figures.

From motherish protectiveness