STEPSISTER Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

stepsister

noun

Definition of stepsister

as in stepbrother

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nonrelative

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Recent Examples of stepsister Teresita was eventually rescued from her stepsister in 2021 by a Philippine National Police (PNP) raid. — Charlie Campbell, Time, 20 July 2026 The exact cause of death has not been determined, according to his stepsister Wendy Leitzer. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 Graphix, June 2 Recommended for ages 9-12 Longtime stepsisters Kenzie and Quinn are closer than close—but with their parents considering divorce, the girls face the awful possibility of being separated. — Literary Hub, 1 June 2026 The 16-year-old boy accused of killing his stepsister on a cruise is allowed to stay out of jail with certain restrictions, a federal judge in Florida ruled. — Doug Lantz, ABC News, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for stepsister

Recent Examples of Synonyms for stepsister

Noun

Authorities say Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother at home before attacking a nearby secondary school in Tumbler Ridge, killing five children ages 12 and 13 as well as an educational assistant.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026
Come for the retelling of the Jane Austen novel Emma, stay for the costumes, the iconic slang and the heartfelt message at its center—and the taboo romance between her and her former stepbrother, played by a young Paul Rudd.

— Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of stepbrother

Noun

As is the case in its sister hotel Villa la Coste, a dizzying array of frequently changing contemporary artworks are displayed to distracting effect throughout.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Kerhonkson was also within easy reach of her sister, who had moved with her family from the East Village to Millbrook, in Dutchess County, in 2024.

— Heather Senison, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of sister

Noun

While Carlson has long been unaffiliated with the outlet, Patel retains business connections with Carlson, while Carlson’s brother Buckley Carlson has served on the Daily Caller nonprofit’s board.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Presiding Judge Paul Ganim — the brother of Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim — frequently inquires about an applicant’s academic performance and proficiency in English, according to lawyers.

— Sasha Allen, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

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