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PARENTAL

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Parental.

Parental - as an adjective

Designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
filial

Relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent

Example: "Parental guidance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maternalpaternal
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
filial

Parental - as a noun

A person fulfilling a parental role.

Example: "Nowadays there are all kinds of potential parentals besides parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, step-parents, in-laws, older siblings and cousins, and those in civil unions."

Example Sentences

"She received a lot of parental guidance while growing up."
"The school has a parental involvement policy."
"The child's behavior is influenced by parental upbringing."
"The book offers advice on parental responsibilities."
"He has a strong parental instinct to protect his family."
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Word Game Points

Is PARENTAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parental is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARENTAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PARENTAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parental is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARENTAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PARENTAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parental is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARENTAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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