sisterhood

noun

sis·​ter·​hood ˈsi-stər-ˌhu̇d 

1

a

: the state of being a sister

b

: sisterly relationship

2

: a community or society of sisters

especially : a society of women in a religious order

3

: the solidarity of women based on shared conditions, experiences, or concerns

Examples of sisterhood in a Sentence

The bonds of sisterhood have helped unite women to fight for social equality.

Recent Examples on the Web

The new series assembles 10 housewives from across the continent for what producers are calling a celebration of Pan-African sisterhood and glamor. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 Oct. 2025

The co-creators say the show aims to ignite a confidence revolution, proving that the power of sisterhood can uplift, inspire, and rebuild from the inside out. —Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2025

From award-winning author Debbie Johnson comes a heartfelt story of sisterhood, loss and love, embedded in a thrilling journey across Europe. —Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 10 Oct. 2025

In the wake of personal loss, an unexpected sisterhood unites an ambitious New York healthcare worker with a spirited girl from a nomadic tribe in India. —Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

sisterhood

noun

sis·​ter·​hood ˈsis-tər-ˌhu̇d 

1

: the state of being a sister

2

: a community or society of sisters