Phrase guide

sob sister

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A journalist, usually female, who writes mainly sentimental articles or has an advice column.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: agony aunt

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a journalist who specializes in sentimental stories

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: journalist

History

Etymology

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