Word AUNT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

aunt

🇺🇸 [ænt]

Meanings

The sister of one's mother or father, or the wife of one's uncle. An aunt is a relative who may play an important role in a person's family life, often providing support, love, and guidance to their nieces and nephews.

Examples

• My aunt is coming over to visit this weekend.
• She is a kind and caring aunt to her niece.
• I went to my aunt's house for the holidays.

Synonyms

relative • family member

Antonyms

uncle • cousin