Definition of familiar

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  • familiar is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • familiar is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • familiar is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 15

Definition of familiar

  • (usually followed by `with') well informed about or knowing thoroughly (adjective)

    Examples

    1. familiar with the complex machinery
    2. he was familiar with those roads

    Synonyms

    1. conversant
  • having mutual interests or affections; of established friendship (adjective)

    Examples

    1. on familiar terms

    Synonyms

    1. intimate
  • a spirit (usually in animal form) that acts as an assistant to a witch or wizard (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. familiar spirit
  • a friend who is frequently in the company of another (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. associate
    2. companion
    3. comrade
    4. fellow
  • a person attached to the household of a high official (as a pope or bishop) who renders service in return for support (noun)
  • well known or easily recognized (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a familiar figure
    2. familiar songs
    3. familiar guests
  • within normal everyday experience; common and ordinary; not strange (adjective)

    Examples

    1. familiar ordinary objects found in every home
    2. a familiar everyday scene
    3. a familiar excuse
    4. a day like any other filled with familiar duties and experiences

See definition of familiar in Merriam Webster