1
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
they're a brotherhood of retired war veterans
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in fraternity
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
a family that has been part of the brotherhood of police officers for four generations
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in community
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
the brotherhood that existed between the medical missionaries and the villagers they served
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support
in a display of brotherhood, other writers rushed to the defense of the jailed journalist
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of brotherhood
The squad soon discovers the job is a suicide mission and must choose between redemption or the final termination of their close brotherhood.
—
Lesley O'Toole, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
But Pollard discovered a brotherhood of the bandaged — a group of men who had just experienced hair transplants and were eager to share their recovery stories.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Befitting their brotherhood — and a rare chance to fulfill it all the more.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
In preserving this emotional moment, Rush 50 commemorates a brotherhood as well as a discography, and concludes a suitably epic tour of one of rock’s most fulfilling and rewarding journeys.
—Hank Shteamer, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for brotherhood
Lesley O'Toole, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
But Pollard discovered a brotherhood of the bandaged — a group of men who had just experienced hair transplants and were eager to share their recovery stories.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Befitting their brotherhood — and a rare chance to fulfill it all the more.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 18 Mar. 2025
In preserving this emotional moment, Rush 50 commemorates a brotherhood as well as a discography, and concludes a suitably epic tour of one of rock’s most fulfilling and rewarding journeys.
—Hank Shteamer, Rolling Stone, 20 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for brotherhood
Recent Examples of Synonyms for brotherhood
Noun
-
Kids Quilt Kamp is funded through donations to Calico Cut-Ups Quilt Guild, a 501-C3 non-profit organization.—
Deb Harvell,
Arkansas Online,
11 May 2025
-
This strategy supports organizations in achieving faster innovation cycles and maintaining a competitive edge in their respective industries.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Noun
-
Mason Greve, of Valparaiso, commuted for his first three years and lived in a fraternity house his final year.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2025
-
Worn by graduating seniors, athletes, and fraternity members, varsity jackets have long been a fashionable choice for bold expression on campus.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Their destruction releasing emissions equivalent to millions of transatlantic flights, while housing countless unique species and Indigenous communities who have lived there for generations.—
David Vetter,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
-
Officials from both communities expressed concerns about congestion as residents and visitors drive to popular stores and restaurants.—
Deborah Laverty,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
Noun
-
Life advice Maintaining adult friendships after children come into the mix can be complicated.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
15 May 2025
-
And President Trump shows that friendship each and every day.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
Noun
-
Expand your personal network by joining trade associations, online communities and forums, or local organizations such as chambers of commerce or volunteer opportunities.—
Todd Villeneuve,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
-
Most Americans still live in places with fluoridated water, but if your child’s water supply is not fluoridated, professional associations of dentists and pediatricians recommend talking with your health care providers about fluoride supplements to help ward off dental decay.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 May 2025
Noun
-
The dental profession agrees fluoride prevents cavities.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 May 2025
-
In terms of creating legitimacy for the profession, the guild is also looking at establishing accreditation for certain creators and establishing a database called Hue, similar to IMDB, to display their work.—
Manisha Krishnan,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
The hardest part was being an Afro man in a society where our race is not predominant.—
Richard Villegas,
Rolling Stone,
16 May 2025
-
The thriller examines themes of identity, tradition, and authenticity in a society balancing past and present influences.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 May 2025
Noun
-
There's no secret sauce to try and get into the best institutions.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
-
New training models at institutions like the University of Florida are integrating the clinical and educational worlds for the mutual benefit of both new and experienced nurses.—
Shakira Henderson,
Sun Sentinel,
18 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Brotherhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brotherhood. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share