matronly

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Synonyms: patronly, matron, matronym, matronal, matrona, matrons, maroney, matrone, mronly

Antonyms: patronly, matron, matronym, matronal, matrona, matrons, maroney, matrone, mronly

Related words from Datamuse; suggestions, not definitions.

Adjective

1. In the [[capacity]] of a [[matron]]; serving as a [[housekeeper]] or head [[nurse]].
2. Exuding the [[authority]], [[wisdom]], [[power]], and [[intelligence]] of an [[experienced]] woman.
3. Having the appearance of a [[mature]] woman, often of larger physical [[stature]] and somewhat [[unkempt]] or [[dowdy]].

Adverb

1. In the manner of a [[matron]].

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