Synonyms for

Sibling

Verb / ˈsɪblɪŋ / Another word for sibling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A brother or sister.

Synonyms & similar words

sib brother sister kin relative offspring child sib relation cousin kinsman kinswoman kinfolk clan tribe household

Synonyms by register

Formal

fraternal sororal

Informal

bro sis kin

Literary

brethren consanguine

Antonyms

only child individual singleton unaccompanied

Common collocations

  • older sibling
  • younger sibling
  • close sibling
  • loving sibling
  • supportive sibling
  • only sibling
  • half-sibling
  • full sibling

Word family

noun sibling

Usage note

Sibling is a gender-neutral term. While 'brother' and 'sister' are specific, 'sibling' refers to any child of the same parent(s).

Example sentences

  1. My sibling and I built a fort in the backyard.
  2. I have two siblings, a brother and a sister.
  3. My younger sibling always copies what I do.
  4. My sibling and I fought a lot when we were little, but now we're best friends.
  5. I'm so lucky to have a great sibling like mine.

Quotes

  • “A sibling may be the keeper of one's identity, the only person with the keys to one's unfettered, more fundamental self.” - Marian Sandmaier
  • “A sibling may be the sole keeper of one's core identity, the only person with the keys to one's unfettered, more fundamental self.” - Marian Sandmaier
  • “I don't believe an accident of birth makes people sisters or brothers. It makes them siblings, gives them mutuality of parentage. Sisterhood and brotherhood is a condition people have to work at.” - Maya Angelou

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