Definitions

familiarize

[fuh-mil-yuh-rahyz] / fəˈmɪl jəˌraɪz /

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 with it get-together 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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Familiarize yourself with the analytical tools that most brokerages now provide free of charge.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Familiarize yourself with relevant local, state and federal regulations governing roads and signage.

From New York Times • Mar. 2, 2022

Familiarize yourself with Washington’s infamous tree wells and deep snow, and COVID-19 restrictions vary by resort or county.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 26, 2022

Familiarize yourself with any local or state legislation that protects your son from discrimination, and prepare yourself to fight on his behalf—against the school administration if need be.

From Slate • Oct. 22, 2020

I looked again at the notebooks, each marked in red: Familiarize yourself with contents and burn or disintegrate.

From Lone Star Planet by Piper, H. Beam

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