Synonyms of maternity

maternity

noun

mə-ˈtər-nə-tē 

as in fruitfulness

motherly character or qualities

she had such maternity at such a young age that all her classmates went to her for comfort

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fruitfulness
• fertility
• motherliness
• productivity
• richness
• nurturance
• fertileness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maternity

Throughout the buzzy press tour for the upcoming debut of The Odyssey, Anne Hathaway has given a masterclass in maternity dressing. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026

The landmark Ockenden report, led by maternity expert Donna Ockenden, found that over a 13-year period more than 500 mothers and babies died or came to harm due to inadequate care over a 13-year period in just one hospital trust. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 7 July 2026

Consumers began renting clothing for vacations, work, maternity, weekends, and everyday wear. — Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Anne Hathaway is doing summer maternity style like no one else. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 5 July 2026