Synonyms of familiarizing

familiarizing

verb

present participle of familiarize

1

as in informing

to give information to

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• informing
• advising
• telling
• instructing
• acquainting
• educating
• briefing
• teaching
• apprising
• enlightening
• notifying
• alerting
• clearing
• filling in
• versing
• catching up
• hipping
• keeping (someone) posted
• letting someone know
• assuring
• clueing (in)
• wising (up)
• convincing
• advertising
• lecturing
• reassuring
• disclosing (to)
• announcing (to)
• certifying
• tutoring
• schooling
• warranting
• disabusing
• disillusioning
• disenchanting
• undeceiving

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• misleading
• misinforming

2

as in introducing

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

• introducing
• educating
• orienting
• acquainting
• accustoming
• orientating
• initiating
• informing
• exposing
• presenting
• training
• apprising
• subjecting
• instructing
• habituating
• briefing
• grounding
• enlightening
• schooling
• filling in
• warning
• advising
• reacquainting
• versing
• wonting
• telling
• tipping (off)
• clueing (in)
• wising (up)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of familiarizing

High Proof is clearly a heck of a place to start familiarizing yourself. — Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

But at this stage, Gilman, who has five years experience but came in as a free agent, is still familiarizing himself with the playbook. — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 11 Aug. 2026

The athletes took practice runs on Monday, familiarizing themselves with the track ahead of Saturday’s regional finals. — Heather McRea, Oc Register, 7 July 2026

Our World Cup homepage has the major stories, but a good place to start is familiarizing yourself with the top 50 players of the tournament. — Jacob Robinson, New York Times, 11 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

Homebuyers and owners looking to refinance should start by familiarizing themselves with the current mortgage interest rate climate. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 May 2026

The character of Biff Dipper, an engineer, will be found in the ride’s preshow, familiarizing guests with the story of the asteroid that spells impending doom. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026

After familiarizing myself with the fleet of horses—including a month-old foal—a small group saddled up for a breathtaking excursion through the scenic mountains. — Mary Honkus, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Jan. 2026