Meaning & use
avuncular
Of or resembling a kind, friendly uncle, especially in manner toward younger people.
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The old professor had an avuncular way of putting nervous students at ease.
He offered avuncular advice to the new interns on their first day.
A note on using this word
Avuncular is formal and nearly always positive, suggesting warmth and mild authority rather than any negative trait.
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