motherhood
- 01 B1 Intermediate
the experience or condition of being a mother.
the state, condition, or experience of being a mother. Uncountable in its abstract sense.
Simple“She found that motherhood changed her perspective on what was truly important.”
In context“The transition into motherhood often involves a profound shift in identity and a re-evaluation of professional priorities.”
SynonymsAntonymsfatherhood - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
all mothers considered together as a group in society.
mothers collectively; the entire body of women who are mothers. Often used in sociological or political contexts.
Simple“The new policy was designed to support motherhood across the country.”
In context“The candidate's speech was carefully crafted to appeal to motherhood, emphasizing family values and improved childcare subsidies.”
From Middle English moderhode, moderhede, equivalent to mother + -hood.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.