Synonyms for

Aunt

Verb / ænt / / ɔ:nt / Another word for aunt — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person's sister or brother of one's father or mother, or the wife of one's uncle.

Synonyms & similar words

uncle auntie aunty auntie aunty relative kin sister brother mother father uncle parent kinswoman kinsman relation kinsperson cousin niece nephew grandmother grandfather

Synonyms by register

Informal

auntie aunty

Literary

kin-woman she-relative

Antonyms

uncle nephew niece cousin grandparent sibling

Common collocations

  • my aunt
  • your aunt
  • his aunt
  • her aunt
  • aunt Mary
  • great aunt
  • aunt's house
  • dear aunt

Word family

noun aunt

Usage note

While 'auntie' and 'aunty' are common informal variants, 'aunt' is the standard and most appropriate term in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I am going to visit my aunt this weekend.
  2. My aunt makes the best cookies.
  3. My aunt and uncle live in a big house.
  4. My aunt loves to travel.
  5. I call my aunt 'auntie'.

Quotes

  • "Aunt: A cherished friend and personal cheerleader who will always see you through rose-colored glasses." - Anonymous
  • "An aunt is a safe haven for a child. Someone who will keep your secrets and is always on your side." - Sara Sheridan
  • "Aunts are the ones who stand beside moms when nieces and nephews enter the world." - Anonymous

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