Synonyms of familiarize

familiarize

verb

fə-ˈmil-yə-ˌrīz 

1

as in to inform

to give information to

the general's day-to-day duties included familiarizing the president on international developments

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inform
• advise
• tell
• instruct
• acquaint
• teach
• educate
• apprise
• enlighten
• brief
• fill in
• notify
• clue (in)
• hip
• wise (up)
• catch up
• clear
• alert
• verse
• keep (someone) posted
• let someone know
• convince
• assure
• advertise
• reassure
• disclose (to)
• announce (to)
• certify
• lecture
• warrant
• school
• disabuse
• tutor
• undeceive
• disillusion
• disenchant

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• mislead
• misinform

2

as in to introduce

to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to

one office worker is assigned with the task of familiarizing new staffers with the use of electronic equipment around the office

Synonyms & Similar Words

• introduce
• educate
• acquaint
• orient
• accustom
• initiate
• orientate
• inform
• expose
• apprise
• present
• enlighten
• wont
• instruct
• train
• warn
• clue (in)
• habituate
• fill in
• ground
• subject
• brief
• school
• advise
• reacquaint
• verse
• tell
• tip (off)
• wise (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of familiarize

The New Zealanders will have extremely limited time to familiarize themselves with the new F50, freshly delivered across the Atlantic from the SailGP boatbuilding facility in Southampton in the south of England. — Andrew Rice, New York Times, 19 June 2026

Online, as well, organizations like Arm the Dolls focus on education and resources that help trans and marginalized people purchase and familiarize themselves with guns. — Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026

The Iranian team took the field at SoFi Stadium after the news conference, allowing the players to familiarize themselves with the unfamiliar venue. — ABC News, 14 June 2026

Guidance for Out-of-State Injury Claims Those considering a claim may benefit from familiarizing themselves with the legal process and, where appropriate, consulting a qualified Nevada attorney experienced in handling out-of-state injury claims. — Kaitlyn Gomez, USA Today, 8 June 2026