Synonyms of familial

familial

adjective

fə-ˈmil-yəl 

as in household

of or relating to a household or family

it's a familial duty as well as a tradition for everyone in my family to eat dinner together

Synonyms & Similar Words

• household
• domestic
• homely
• residential
• homey
• homelike

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nondomestic
• nonfamilial

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of familial

Black familial joy, togetherness and food Research shows that extended members of Black families serve important psychological, financial and emotional roles in many Black children’s lives. — Brooke Harris Garad, The Conversation, 14 July 2026

Others may just have higher risk factors, including familial instability and abuse or neglect. — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 12 July 2026

The legal battle — one involving a familial connection to the Ghanaian presidency — highlights deeper tensions around mining in Africa’s top gold producer. — Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 8 July 2026

The company has decided to do away with familial succession, instead giving the job to the most qualified candidate, regardless of background. — Kayti Burt, Time, 6 July 2026