Synonyms for tutelary
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Relating to guardianship or protection.
When a minor is involved, tutelary powers frequently accompany powers of attorney.
Related words
- Word family
- tutelarity
- Phrases
- tutelary deity
Example sentences
- protective Elias's dog is extremely protective of our family.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| tutelary | steady | |
| tutelar | steady | |
| protective | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 7 letters
- tutelar
- 9 letters
- custodial4, tutelaric
- 10 letters
- protective3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (custodial4 = 4 syllables).
In other languages
- Français
- tutélaire