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Uxorial

usgb/ʌkˈsɔːriəl/Volume
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Gender SpecificPlay
Uxorial only refers to qualities or roles traditionally attributed to a wife, not a husband. SlideHis uxorial demeanor at home contrasted his professional life.
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Slightly OutdatedPlay
Uxorial is less common today and may sound old-fashioned in casual conversation. SlideShe joked about her uxorial skills, referring to an era past.
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Formal SituationsPlay
Best used in formal writing or discussions about social and family roles. SlideThe speaker discussed the evolving uxorial roles in modern marriages.