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
  • Twice in the course of the story, Leo has to choose between the laws of the country and the bonds of familial loyalty.
    — Deborah Treisman, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The costume designer worked with filmmaker Georgia Oakley to create a visual language for the latest adaptation of Jane Austen’s first novel, emphasizing familial bonds and the financial divide between its characters.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 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
Definition of fraternal

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