sisterhood

American  

[sis-ter-hood] / ˈsɪs tərˌhʊd /

noun

1. the state of being a sister.

2. a group of sisters, especially of nuns or of female members of a church.

3. an organization of women with a common interest, as for social, charitable, business, or political purposes.

4. congenial relationship or companionship among women; mutual female esteem, concern, support, etc.

5. Usually the sisterhood. the community or network of women who participate in or support feminism.

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sisterhood British  

/ ˈsɪstəˌhʊd /

noun

1. the state of being related as a sister or sisters

2. a religious body or society of sisters, esp a community, order, or congregation of nuns

3. the bond between women who support the Women's Movement

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Etymology

Origin of sisterhood

First recorded in 1350–1400, sisterhood is from the Middle English word sosterhode. See sister, -hood

Example Sentences

"That feels valid, but it starts small, and it starts by daily actions, and this idea of sisterhood felt like a really strong theme in this film."

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

And while the group continues to ride the whirlwind of touring and a newfound sisterhood, O'Donnell said she hopes they are laying the groundwork for something more enduring.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Here the acclaimed Japanese writer focuses on women who navigate the trials of modern life through the tight ties and shared strengths of sisterhood.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

She’s currently at work on a novel set in the American Southwest about sisterhood and decolonizing identity through spirituality, ecology and art-making.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

While I’m brushing my teeth, I think about how our sisterhood deteriorated.

From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King

Related Words

• alliance
• community
• fellowship
• feminism
• sodality
• solidarity
• union