Sisterly (Adjective)
Meaning
Like or characteristic of or befitting a sister; "sisterly kindness"; "sororal concern".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She showered her little brother with sisterly affection whenever he visited her at college.
- The sisterly bond between the twins grew stronger with each passing year despite their vastly different personalities.
- Her sisterly instincts kicked in as she immediately started helping her sibling move into the new apartment.
- After hearing the news, her sisterly worries consumed her thoughts and she couldn't stop thinking about her sibling's well-being.
- The actress portrayed her character's sisterly love with such authenticity that it moved the audience to tears.