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- [sis-ter-lee]
- /ˈsɪs tər li/
- /ˈsɪs.təl.i/
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- [sis-ter-lee]
- /ˈsɪs tər li/
Definitions of sisterly word
- adjective sisterly of, like, or befitting a sister: sisterly affection. 1
- adverb sisterly in the manner of a sister; as a sister. 1
- adjective sisterly relating to a sister 1
- adjective sisterly like a sister 1
- adjective sisterly A woman's sisterly feelings are the feelings of love and loyalty which you expect a sister to show. 0
- adjective sisterly of, resembling, or suitable to a sister, esp in showing kindness and affection 0
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Origin of sisterly
First appearance:
before 1560 One of the 32% oldest English words
First recorded in 1560-70; sister + -ly
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Parts of speech for Sisterly
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
sisterly popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
sisterly usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for sisterly
adj sisterly
- amative — of or inclined to love, esp. sexual love
- anacreontic — in the manner of the Greek lyric poet Anacreon (?572–?488 bc), noted for his short songs celebrating love and wine
Antonyms for sisterly
Top questions with sisterly
- what is sisterly love?
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