Shepherdly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Shepherdly is an adjective meaning Resembling or characteristic of a shepherd; pastoral; rustic.
Meaning
Resembling or characteristic of a shepherd; pastoral; rustic.
More Meanings
- Taking care of a group or flock, as a shepherd does.
Example Sentences
And with a shepherdly reward wytsaue ye hym to fauour.
A Sunday school teacher, for example, may and should exercise shepherdly concern for members of his or her class.
Synonyms for shepherdly
Depending on context, synonyms include shepherdlike.
Antonyms for shepherdly
Common opposites include unshepherdly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shepherdish, shepherdlike, shepherdy, pastorlike, pastoralist, rustic.
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