Definition

Having qualities or characteristics similar to those of a son.

Example

His sonlike behavior made him very endearing to his parents.

Conversation

Have you seen how much he looks like his father?

Yeah, it's almost sonlike how they share the same expressions.

I know, right? It's like they're twins in different generations.

Definitely, it's amazing how family traits can carry on.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sonlike → It is formed from "son" (from Old English "sunu", meaning male child) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "sonlike" means resembling or characteristic of a son.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'son' as a 'male child' and '-like' meaning 'resembling'. This helps you remember that 'sonlike' describes something that resembles a son.

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