Wifely

usgb/ˈwaɪfli/
adjective

Relating to or characteristic of a wife.

She carried out her wifely duties.
Visual representation of "wifely" - Relating to or characteristic of a wife.

Often appears as...

  • wifely duties
  • wifely devotion
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Societal Views

The term 'wifely' can carry traditional expectations about a wife's role, which may vary by culture.

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Her grandmother's stories were filled with examples of wifely obedience common in past generations.
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Gender Expectations

'Wifely' may imply gender roles some find outdated, such as a wife being submissive to her husband.

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He praised her wifely patience, which she found to be a rather old-fashioned compliment.
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Contextual Usage

Use 'wifely' in contexts addressing marriage or spousal relationships, often traditional ones.

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In the novel, the protagonist struggled with the wifely expectations placed upon her.
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