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Avuncular

usgb/əˈvʌŋkjələr/Volume
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Warm KindnessPlay
Use 'avuncular' to describe someone who shows the same cozy and safe feelings you might get from a kind uncle. SlideThe teacher's avuncular guidance helped the student thrive.
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Elder GenerosityPlay
'Avuncular' often implies that the person is older or more experienced, offering support to someone younger. SlideThe avuncular shopkeeper always gave extra candies to the kids.
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Not PaternalPlay
Remember, 'avuncular' isn't the same as fatherly, which might come with authority or discipline. SlideHe had an avuncular affection for them, unlike their strict father.
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