Word FATHER: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

father

🇺🇸 [ˈfɑːðər]

Meanings

A male parent, typically someone who is responsible for the care and upbringing of a child. A father plays a critical role in the emotional and financial support of the family. Fathers can influence their children’s values, behavior, and future decisions.

Examples

• His father taught him how to ride a bicycle.
• She has a deep respect for her father and all he has done for her.
• The father and son went fishing together every weekend.

Synonyms

dad • paternal figure • parent

Antonyms

mother • child • offspring