Familiar — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Familiar
Familiar (noun)
- a member of the household of a high official
- one who is often seen and well known; especially, an intimate associate, companion
- a spirit often embodied in an animal and held to attend and serve or guard a person
Familiar (adjective)
- closely acquainted, intimate
- affable, sociable
- of or relating to a family
Familiar (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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closely acquainted
"the little inside jokes that people who have long been familiar like to share"
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having information especially as a result of study or experience
"book editors who are familiar with what is being taught in the schools"
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often observed or encountered
"the woman and her pair of Welsh corgis were a familiar sight in the quiet neighborhood"
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showing a lack of proper social reserve or modesty
"rather too familiar for a first-time guest in our home, the woman kept asking how much we paid for this or for that"
Familiar (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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someone who regularly spends time in a particular place
"a longtime familiar of the bar, she would most likely have been there on the night in question"
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a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another
"with old familiars the normally reserved writer can be quite warm and funny"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Familiar
The most common words with a similar meaning to Familiar:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Familiar
Words with the opposite meaning of Familiar:
Near Antonyms of Familiar
Word Forms of Familiar
Derived words: familiarly (adverb), familiarness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Familiar
Middle English familier, from Anglo-French, from Latin familiaris, from familia see family:1
First known use: 13th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Familiar
- CEFR level: B1 English Vocabulary — Page 6
- Topics: Descriptions / Adjectives
Words & Phrases Containing Familiar
Frequently Asked Questions about Familiar
What does "Familiar" mean?
"Familiar" means a member of the household of a high official. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a member of the household of a high official. It has 6 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Familiar"?
Other words for "Familiar" include bosom, buddy-buddy, chummy, close, especial, friendly, inseparable and intimate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Familiar" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Familiar"?
There are 236 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Familiar". Common alternatives include bosom, buddy-buddy, chummy, close, especial, friendly, inseparable, intimate, inward and near.
What is the opposite of "Familiar"?
Antonyms of "Familiar" include distant, ignorant, unacquainted, unfamiliar, uninformed, unknowledgeable, extraordinary and infrequent. Near antonyms include aloof, antisocial, cold and cool.
How do you use "Familiar" in a sentence?
Examples of "Familiar" in a sentence: "the little inside jokes that people who have long been familiar like to share"; "book editors who are familiar with what is being taught in the schools"; "the woman and her pair of Welsh corgis were a familiar sight in the quiet neighborhood".
Is "Familiar" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Familiar" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
Is "Familiar" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B1-level word, "Familiar" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.
How do you pronounce "Familiar"?
"Familiar" is pronounced /fə-ˈmil-yər/ and divided into syllables as fa·mil·iar.