kinship

American  

[kin-ship] / ˈkɪn ʃɪp /

noun

1. the state or fact of being of kin; family relationship.

   Synonyms:

   connection

2. relationship by nature, qualities, etc.; affinity.

   Synonyms:

   bearing, connection

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kinship British  

/ ˈkɪnʃɪp /

noun

1. blood relationship

2. the state of having common characteristics or a common origin

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kinship Cultural  

1. A relation between two or more persons that is based on common ancestry (descent) or marriage (affinity).

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Related Words

See relationship.

Etymology

Origin of kinship

First recorded in 1825–35; kin + -ship

Example Sentences

Across 1,600 miles of distance, there is a surprisingly deep kinship between Hargeisa and Jerusalem.

From The Wall Street Journal

She said she feels a special kinship with pupils who, like her, lost their homes: “They also know that we are safe spaces to talk if they need to.”

From Los Angeles Times

Watching a film together in silence with a group of strangers creates a quiet kinship.

From Salon

“There was a really interesting kinship. And we really did feel like the 11th team after spending two seasons with them.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It was incredibly inspiring for the crew to see that kinship and respect.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• affinity