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

Watching polygamous families, Surya says, stirs pity, judgment and empathy in her, as well as fascination with the camaraderie, rivalry and sisterhood between the women. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026

Panchavarnam now fights to preserve the sisterhood, even as her daughter chooses a different life. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

The story follows sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, played by Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles, who navigate courtship and sisterhood following the death of their father and a sudden change in their fortunes. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Moments like this are really what Housewives is supposed to be about — a genuine sisterhood with deep ties that take precedence over superfluous conflicts. — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026

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