sorority
Translation
sorority, women's student society
Examples
She decided to join a sorority in college.
She decided to join a sorority in college.
The sorority is hosting a charity event.
The sorority is hosting a charity event.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the sorority)) a women's student society She joined a sorority.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sisterhood, women's club; Antonyms: fraternity (male equivalent)
Etymology
From Latin 'soror' meaning 'sister' + '-ity'. It literally means a 'sisterhood'.
Memory Tips
'Soror' is Latin for sister. A sorority is a group of 'sisters' in college.