FAMILIARIZING Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

familiarizing

verb

present participle of familiarize

as in informing

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

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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

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Recent Examples of familiarizing In 2026 the autonomous vehicle space is still in its infancy, but companies have aggressive expansion plans and more riders are familiarizing themselves and growing comfortable with the technology by the day. —

Charles Singh, USA Today, 18 Mar. 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 Stockton Fire officials say Engine 6 from the Company 6/Victory Park fire crew was parked near the Miracle Mile area Sunday night, familiarizing themselves with the district and possible hazards. —

Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026 She’s spent several weeks in on rehearsals, familiarizing herself with the choreography and the dancers’ individual performing styles. —

David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2025 Ellison assumed control of Paramount in August, and has spent the last few months familiarizing himself with Paramount’s workings, and figuring out where resources need to be shifted around. —

Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2025 Outside of lunchtime, the district has a number of other nutrition education programs, from familiarizing kindergartners with the school’s salad bar to educating students on sorting food waste properly in partnership with Breathe California. —

Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Oct. 2025 Spend some time familiarizing yourself with the beautiful campus, then take advantage of the plethora of programming that’s available to the public as well as students. —

Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025

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In a surprising move, the club took accountability for not informing Woods earlier and gave him a two-stroke penalty while many felt he should have been disqualified entirely.

— Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
The one-mile loop is located in the East District and features educational signs informing visitors about the area’s history and flora, an old homestead foundation, and a saguaro grove.

— Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026