Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fraternal

Adjective
/frəˈtɜrnəl/
Definition
Relating to brothers or brotherhood.
Examples
  • The fraternal organization hosts events to support local charities.
  • They shared a fraternal bond that lasted through the years.
  • Fraternal twins are siblings born at the same time, but they come from two separate eggs.
Meaning
Fraternal describes a bond or relationship similar to that of brothers, often implying a sense of loyalty and support among individuals.
Synonyms
  • brotherly
  • sororal
  • comradeship
  • fraternalistic