families

[fam-uh-leez, fam-leez] / ˈfæm ə liz, ˈfæm liz /

NOUN

kin, offspring; classification

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clan folk group house household people tribe

STRONG

ancestors ancestry birth blood brood children class descendants descent dynasty extraction forebears genealogy generations genre in-laws inheritance issue kind kindred line lineage network parentage pedigree progenitors progeny race relations relationship relatives siblings strain subdivision system

WEAK

heirs and assigns kith and kin menage ménage

Antonyms

STRONG

parent

Example Sentences

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It is a mathematical calculation that feels cold and distant from the pain felt by families devastated by meningitis.

From BBC

“Through enhanced protocols, increased transparency, and expanded training for staff, students, and families, we are reinforcing our responsibility to protect every student and ensure they feel supported, valued, and ready to learn.”

From Los Angeles Times

The celebration is a time of reflection and unity, where families and friends get together to share meals and exchange gifts.

From BBC

The problems with airport security come as spring-break season has been hitting or is nearing for universities and school systems across the country, and as many families plan to travel for Easter or Passover.

From MarketWatch

This generally isn’t true—and it’s a myth that keeps families from better educational opportunities for their children.

From The Wall Street Journal