avuncular
/əˈvʌŋkjələr/
adjective
- Kind, friendly, and helpful in a way that reminds one of a good uncle.
- He gave me avuncular advice about my career.
- The old man's avuncular smile put everyone at ease.
- The teacher had an avuncular manner that made students feel comfortable.
- Relating to or characteristic of an uncle.
- She appreciated his avuncular concern for her well-being.
- He fulfilled his avuncular duties by attending his niece's graduation.
- The avuncular relationship between them was warm and supportive.
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