KINSWOMAN Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

kinswoman

noun

Definition of kinswoman

as in kinsman

Related Words

Relevance

Dissimilar Words

nonrelative

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Noun

Records of public meetings and community newspapers feature jabs at how far these sorry kinsmen have strayed from their heritage.

— Eythana Miller, The Dial, 23 June 2026
As Molineux passes by, Robin recognizes his kinsman and hears the cruel laughter of the mob.

— John Swansburg, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026

Definition of kinsman

Noun

Completing a not-quite Scooby Gang are Mallory (Grace Brennan), returning to public school after three years of homeschooling, and her cousin Weldon (Colter Lee), a deadpan original turn on the nerd.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026
Bo has had a close relationship with his older cousin Tilden.

— Lia Beck, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of cousin

Noun

Authorities have reportedly issued more than a dozen subpoenas, including to some of Omar’s relatives, and are examining her family’s immigration paperwork.

— Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
According to the indictment, detainees were subjected to electric shocks, simulated drowning, beatings, asphyxiation, sleep deprivation and threats against their relatives.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026

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