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Brotherly

Verb / ˈbrʌðɜ:li: / Another word for brotherly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

characteristic of or befitting a brother; warmly or intimately friendly; familial

Synonyms & similar words

brotherlike sisterly fraternal friendly affectionate caring kind sisterly brotherlike brotherish brotheresque brotherful brothering fraternal amicable cordial genial tender loving familial homely neighborly welcoming

Example sentences

  1. My brotherly bond with my sibling is unbreakable.
  2. The two dogs played together in a brotherly way.
  3. The coach encouraged the team to act in a brotherly manner towards each other.
  4. He looked at her with a brotherly affection.
  5. The family had a brotherly reunion after not seeing each other for years.

Quotes

  • The highlight of my childhood was making my brother laugh so hard that food came out his nose. - Garrison Keillor
  • A brother is a friend given by Nature. - Jean Baptiste Legouve
  • I, who have no sisters or brothers, look with some degree of innocent envy on those who may be said to be born to friends. - James Boswell

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