familial
5 synonyms for familial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to a family, or passed down within one.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use familial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
familial ties
familial risk
familial resemblance
Etymology
From French familial, ultimately from Latin familia ("household, family") — the same root that gives us "family" itself.
Full origin of familial →Frequently asked questions
What does “familial” mean?
The word “familial” means relating to a family, or passed down within one. In plain terms, to do with family — often used for traits or conditions that run in a family.
How do you pronounce “familial”?
“Familial” is pronounced fuh-MIHL-yuhl (/fəˈmɪljəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “familial” in a sentence?
Here is “familial” used in a sentence: “The disease has a strong familial pattern, running through three generations.”
What part of speech is “familial”?
“Familial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “familial” come from?
The word “familial” comes from Latin. From French familial, ultimately from Latin familia ("household, family") — the same root that gives us "family" itself.
Is “familial” a common word?
“Familial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
