Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Parental.
Parental - as an adjective
Designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
filial9Relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent
Example: "Parental guidance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maternal10paternal10Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
filial9Parental - as a noun
A person fulfilling a parental role.
Example: "Nowadays there are all kinds of potential parentals besides parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, step-parents, in-laws, older siblings and cousins, and those in civil unions."
Example Sentences
"She received a lot of parental guidance while growing up."
"The school has a parental involvement policy."
"The child's behavior is influenced by parental upbringing."
"The book offers advice on parental responsibilities."
"He has a strong parental instinct to protect his family."
Word Game Points
Is PARENTAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, parental is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PARENTAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PARENTAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, parental is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPARENTAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is PARENTAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, parental is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPARENTAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
