parenthood
noun/ˈpɛrənthʊd/
Frequency rank: #7,589 most common English word
Meaning
The state or experience of being a parent.
Example sentence
Many people say that parenthood changes your perspective on life completely.
Synonyms & related words
- parenting
- fatherhood
- motherhood
- child-rearing
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