TRIBE Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

tribe

noun

ˈtrīb

Definition of tribe

as in family

a group of persons who come from the same ancestor the wedding joined the two tribes together

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Recent Examples of tribe The Colorado River provides water for about 35 million people in cities from Denver to San Diego, as well as 30 Native tribes. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 The rift between these tribes was on full display last month as the main opponent of the constitutional question claimed election malfeasance by proponents of A-83. — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026 And federal agencies must consult with states, tribes and stakeholders before beginning any projects that could potentially harm them, through a process called Section 106 review. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026 But modern day stresses are replaced with real life stresses for the tribe, like finding water, staying warm, and protecting the herd—the family’s currency—from jackals and wild dogs. — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tribe

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Noun

But others criticized the tactics used and family separations.

— Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026
To support the Rose family, those interested can contribute to a GoFundMe.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of family

Noun

The Worth clan, especially the demure yet hungry-eyed adult daughter Penny, played by Gail Russell, nurses Quirt back to health after his opening-credits shootout with the Laredo gang — of which Quirt’s a member, looking to get out.

— Michael Phillips, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
The streamer and Shondaland announced Thursday that an untitled spinoff about the early life of the future matriarch of the Bridgerton clan is in the works.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of clan

Noun

The woman contacted her 72-year-old father, who came out of the house to remove Gonzalez.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
The following day, investigators recovered the two Renoirs from a house in Clermont-l’Hérault, where they had been concealed behind a false wall constructed from bricks and plasterboard.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of house

Noun

The orchard and cidery serves pizzas and pastas alongside hot or cold cider, and hosts live music as folks linger along the outdoor tables with drinks and games.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
For those folks, getting your vitamins via a fun-to-eat, tasty gummy will be a real gift.

— Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Oct. 2026

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