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PATERNALLY

(adverb)
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Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Paternally.

Paternally - as an adverb

In a paternal manner

Example: "He behaves very paternally toward his young bride"

Example Sentences

"He showed a paternally protective attitude towards his younger siblings."
"The instructor gave his students paternally advice on how to improve their skills."
"She inherited her father's paternally dominant genes."
"The paternally inherited traits were evident in the child's appearance."
"He always treated his employees in a paternally caring manner."
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Word Game Points

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

PATERNALLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PATERNALLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paternally is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATERNALLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PATERNALLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paternally is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATERNALLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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