sisterly

adjective

Definition of sisterlynext
as in familial

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Recent Examples of sisterly Here, in a characteristically unfiltered chat between Alix and Ashtin for InStyle, their sisterly bond—decidedly tender beneath the teasing—plays out in real time. — Lauren Valenti, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026 In true sisterly fashion, Charlotte has frequently been photographed appearing to help keep her brothers in line during important royal events. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026 The sisterly bond resonates with many Hollywood insiders who point to parallels in the industry. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 July 2026 That sisterly correction, among a host of other elements as intangible and yet as instantly recognizable as great literary talent, is also part of what drives Lot 35 in Christie’s Exceptional Sale into its current stratosphere. — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sisterly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sisterly
  1. familial
  2. brotherly
  3. fraternal
Adjective
  • There are lots of complicated familial relationships depicted in Hungered.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • With his brother, the former Prince Andrew, banished to a sad little farmhouse on the Sandringham estate, and his son Prince Harry consumed by the complexities of the English school run, the King might have hoped for a reprieve from familial drama.
    — Ashley Baker, Air Mail, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of familial
Adjective
  • But through a bit of TV fame, and Ramsay’s signature yelling, ranting, exasperation and, in the end, brotherly wisdom, perhaps its restaurant dreams can come true.
    — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Probably recordings of them complimenting one another and wishing each other a happy birthday and offering brotherly advice.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of brotherly
Adjective
  • Among the establishments that offer video gambling are restaurants, bars, fraternal organizations and a few other venues.
    — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026
  • This was fostered largely by organizations such as the Knights of Columbus—a Roman Catholic fraternal organization founded by an Irish American priest—that embraced Italian Catholic immigrants and lobbied Congress for a federal Columbus Day.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Sep. 2026
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“Sisterly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sisterly. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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