parenthood
/'peərənthud/
Definition
Noun: The state, condition, or experience of being a parent; the responsibilities and social role associated with raising a child.
Usage
The word "parenthood" is a non-count noun used to describe the general condition or status of being a parent. It encompasses the duties, experiences, and emotional aspects of raising children.
Examples
- She wrote a book about the joys and challenges of parenthood.
- They felt they were ready for the responsibilities of parenthood.
- The transition to parenthood can be a significant life change.
Advanced Usage
- "to embrace parenthood": To willingly and fully accept the role and responsibilities of being a parent.
- After years of traveling, they decided to settle down and embrace parenthood.
- "the journey of parenthood": A common metaphor describing the ongoing, evolving experience of being a parent.
- The documentary follows several families on the journey of parenthood.
Variants and Related Words
- Parent (n): A mother or father.
- Parental (adj): Relating to or characteristic of a parent.
- parental guidance, parental leave
- Parenting (n): The process or activity of raising a child.
- Parenting styles can vary greatly.
Synonyms
- Fatherhood (specifically for a father)
- Motherhood (specifically for a mother)
- Child-rearing
Antonyms
- Childlessness
Noun
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the state of being a parent
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to everyone's surprise, parenthood reformed the man
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