familiarizing

VERB

make or become acquainted with, knowledgeable about

Synonyms

STRONGEST

enlighten naturalize

STRONG

accustom adapt adjust case coach condition habituate inform instruct inure mix popularize post prime school season train use

WEAK

awaken to become adept in become aware of break the ice bring into use check out come to know gain friendship get in get lay of land get lowdown on get to know get together get with it let down hair let know let next to make conversant make used to put on to tip off wont

Antonyms

STRONG

disarrange disorder forget learn neglect unfit

Example Sentences

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familiarizing

The slowdown drill is Taiwan’s first, the office of the president said, aimed at familiarizing the public with “how to ensure uninterrupted communication for themselves and their families in emergencies.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026

Start by familiarizing yourself with the fundamentals of the stock that is the focus of the article you’re reading.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 4, 2026

Covering the criminal justice system in Louisiana often means familiarizing myself with things people in other parts of the country might find shocking.

From Salon ● Sep. 3, 2025

I wasn’t just watching TV, I was talking to other fans online, familiarizing myself with publications and reading critics from every corner of the internet.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 7, 2023

Valentina, Polina, and Marina spent the summer training for the flight and familiarizing themselves with the Rodina.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein