teacherly
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of teacherly
First recorded in 1680–90; teacher ( def. ) + -ly (in the sense “like”)
Example Sentences
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The scenarios are presented with an uncomplicated earnestness, and the quiz structure reinforces “right” and “wrong” ways to do things, which gives the book a bit of a teacherly vibe.
From New York Times • May 27, 2022
Rampling’s voice is an incredible weapon – by turns curious, seductive, bored, teacherly, withering and compassionate.
From The Guardian • Mar. 27, 2021
And although her thorough approach and teacherly voice make her a friend to novices, even experienced cooks can pick up a trick or two.
From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2019
The film’s moral force comes from its open-ended exploration of how much teacherly ferocity is too much.
From Slate • Oct. 9, 2014
Sister Mukumbu would have given me the plain, pure, teacherly truth.
From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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