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Topic: Feelings

mothering

IPA: /ˈmʌðərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈmʌðərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of caring for and raising a child or children, typically by a mother.

Example: Mothering involves providing love, support, and guidance to children as they grow.

motherliness

IPA: /ˈmʌðərlinəs/

KK: /ˈmʌðərlinəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or characteristic of being caring, nurturing, and protective like a mother.

Example: Her motherliness was evident in the way she cared for the children.

motherly

IPA: /ˈmʌðərli/

KK: /ˈmʌðərli/

adjective

Definition: Having qualities or characteristics typical of a mother, such as care, affection, and nurturing.

Example: She gave him a motherly hug when he was feeling sad.

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows care, kindness, and nurturing qualities typically associated with a mother.

Example: She spoke to the children motherly, offering them comfort and support.

mothery

IPA: /ˈmʌðəri/

KK: /ˈmʌðəri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a mother, often suggesting nurturing or caring qualities.

Example: She has a very mothery instinct when it comes to taking care of her friends.

motional

IPA: /məʊʃənl/

KK: /ˈmoʊʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to movement or the act of moving.

Example: The motional aspects of the dance were captivating to the audience.

motivated

IPA: /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/

KK: /ˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Feeling a strong desire to achieve something or work hard towards a goal.

Example: She is highly motivated to finish her project on time.

verb

Definition: To have a strong reason or desire to do something; to be inspired to take action.

Example: She was motivated to study harder after receiving her exam results.

motivating

IPA: /məʊtɪˈveɪtɪŋ/

KK: /moʊtɪˌveɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Providing encouragement or inspiration to do something.

Example: The teacher gave a motivating speech that inspired the students to work harder.

verb

Definition: To encourage someone to take action or to inspire them to achieve something.

Example: The coach is motivating the team to give their best in the final match.

motivation

IPA: /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃən/

KK: /moʊtəˈveɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A reason or desire that drives someone to do something or achieve a goal.

Example: Her motivation to study hard comes from her dream of becoming a doctor.

motivational

IPA: /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃənl/

KK: /moʊtɪˈveɪʃənl/

adjective

Definition: Something that encourages or inspires someone to take action or improve themselves.

Example: The speaker gave a motivational talk that inspired everyone in the audience.

motivationally

IPA: /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃənəli/

KK: /ˌmoʊtɪˈveɪʃənəli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that inspires or encourages someone to take action or achieve goals.

Example: She spoke motivationally to the team, urging them to give their best effort.

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