The definition of 'paternal' & the word 'paternal' in example sentences or phrases
Adjective
1
belonging to or inherited from one's father
- spent his childhood on the paternal farm
- paternal traits
2
characteristic of a father
3
relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
- parental guidance
4
related on the father's side
Adjective satellite
1
related on the father's side
- a paternal aunt
Synonyms of the word 'paternal' & Antonyms of the word 'paternal'.
Adjective
Synonymsparental, maternal, agnate, agnatic,
Antonymsmaternal, filial,
Adjective satellite
Synonymsagnate, agnatic,
