Synonyms for Familiar
Top synonyms for “familiar”: associate, companion, comrade, familiar spirit, fellow, intimate, acquainted(p), beaten(a), and 9 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard
- (noun)a friend who is frequently in the company of another“drinking companions”
- (noun)a person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support
- (adjective)having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship“on familiar terms”
- (adjective)well known or easily recognized“a familiar figure”
- (adjective)within normal everyday experience; common and ordinary; not strange“familiar ordinary objects found in every home”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Antonyms — opposite of Familiar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "familiar"?
Common synonyms for "familiar" include associate, companion, comrade, familiar spirit, fellow, intimate. Our thesaurus lists 17 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "familiar"?
Antonyms for "familiar" include strange, unfamiliar. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "familiar" mean?
a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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