family values

plural noun

: values especially of a traditional or conservative kind which are held to promote the sound functioning of the family and to strengthen the fabric of society

Examples of family values in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

During election years, the conversation has focused on family values and gender roles—while childcare costs, paid leave and workplace flexibility go unaddressed. — Julia Korn, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Show them some content creators that offer more positivity and healthy perspectives, that might align more with your family values, says Murphy. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 10 July 2026

An unlikely and surprising guest this year was conservative American podcaster Owens, who took part in another panel touting family values. — Zahra Ullah, CNN Money, 4 June 2026

But now our similarities, brotherly bond and family values are on full display every week. — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for family values

• eigenvalues