Synonyms for

Familial

Verb / fʌˈmɪljʌl / Another word for familial — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or characteristic of a family, especially in being hereditary

Synonyms & similar words

inherited transmissible transmitted genetic hereditary family inherited genetic hereditary patrimonial tribal lineal clannish clan kin related consanguineous blood ancestral forefathers forebears forefathers foremothers progenitors antecedent

Synonyms by register

Formal

domestic household kinship-related

Informal

homey cozy close-knit

Literary

consanguineous kindred

Antonyms

unrelated unconnected alien estranged distant unfamiliar

Common collocations

  • familial ties
  • familial bonds
  • familial relationships
  • familial affection
  • familial resemblance
  • familial history
  • familial patterns

Word family

noun family
adverb familiarly

Usage note

Primarily used to describe relationships or characteristics within a family unit. It can also refer to traits inherited or common among family members.

Example sentences

  1. The familial bond between siblings is unbreakable.
  2. He inherited his father's love for baseball as a familial trait.
  3. The disease was determined to be familial and passed down through generations.
  4. The family business was a source of familial pride.
  5. The holiday traditions were a way to celebrate their familial heritage.

Quotes

  • A happy family is but an earlier heaven. - George Bernard Shaw
  • The family is one of nature's masterpieces. - George Santayana
  • Other things may change us, but we start and end with the family. - Anthony Brandt

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