non-motherly

[US]/[ˈnɒn ˈmʌðərli]/
[UK]/[ˈnɒn ˈmʌðərli]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Not displaying qualities or behaviors typically associated with a mother; lacking maternal characteristics.; Uncharacteristic of a mother; cold or distant in a maternal way.

Phrases & Collocations

non-motherly behavior

a non-motherly touch

non-motherly attitude

acting non-motherly

non-motherly warmth

surprisingly non-motherly

her non-motherly stance

felt non-motherly

utterly non-motherly

seemed non-motherly

Example Sentences

the teacher's approach was surprisingly non-motherly, focusing on facts and figures.

her non-motherly demeanor at the adoption agency was professional and efficient.

we appreciated the non-motherly advice from the career counselor; it was blunt but helpful.

the ceo's non-motherly leadership style prioritized results over employee comfort.

the therapist suggested a non-motherly response to the difficult client's demands.

it was a non-motherly decision to close the failing department, but necessary for the company.

the judge’s non-motherly ruling was fair, despite being unpopular with the public.

she cultivated a non-motherly image to be taken seriously in the male-dominated field.

the non-motherly approach to conflict resolution involved direct communication and clear boundaries.

his non-motherly attitude towards his children surprised his own mother.

the non-motherly feedback from the manager was constructive, even if a bit harsh.

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