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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

unmotherly

/ˌʌnmʌðərli/ adjective · British & US
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What does unmotherly mean?

adjective

Not like a mother; not maternal or maternalistic. Lacking the qualities of a mother, such as nurturing or protective instincts.

Example

"Her unmotherly behavior towards her children was shocking to the community."

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