familiar

Meanings

• Adjective

  Known or recognized. A person, thing, or situation that is not new or strange.

  - "She is familiar with the city."
  - "The students were familiar with the material before the test."
  - "The smell of fresh bread is a familiar one."

• Adjective

  Having the relationship of a friend or acquaintance.

  - "They were all familiar faces."
  - "The new employee was made to feel familiar with the team."

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Pronunciation

1. /fəˈmɪl.i.ɚ/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

unacquainted , cold , cool , distant , impersonal , standoffish , unfriendly , unfamiliar , unknown

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Synonyms

nigget , acquainted , cheeky , fresh , impudent , close , friendly , intimate , personal

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with familiar
variety , city , piety , flea market

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Variants

List of all variants of familiar that leads to same result
familiar , familiars , familiarly , familiarness , familiarnesses , familiar spirit , familiar spirits , familiar face , familiar ground , familiar with

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'familiaris', meaning 'household, familial'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'familiar' can also be used to describe a spirit or demon that is believed to be a guardian or helper.

2. In medieval Europe, a 'familiar spirit' was believed to be a familiar or companion demon that could be summoned and controlled by a sorcerer or witch.

3. The term 'familiar' is also used in biology to describe an animal that has been tamed and kept as a pet.

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Related Concepts

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1. Intimacy: The state of being close and familiar with someone or something.

2. Familiarity: The quality of being familiar with someone or something.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'familiar' is often used to describe a character who is known and trusted by the audience, such as a narrator or a recurring character. In art, the term can refer to a work that is well-known and recognizable to the viewer. In music, a 'familiar' tune is one that is easily recognizable and evokes strong emotions.

How to Memorize "familiar"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a warm and welcoming home environment.
   - Visualize a group of friends gathered around a table.
   - Think of a cozy fireplace on a cold winter night.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'familiar' with the feeling of being at home.
   - Think of a close friend or family member.
   - Associate the word with a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'FAMILIAR' to remember the definition: Frequently Associated, Making Interactions And Learning Easier And Rewarding.
   - Create a sentence using the word 'familiar' to help remember its meaning.
   - Use a mnemonic device such as a rhyme or a song to help remember the word.

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