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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“All of us recognize that a reduction in force creates significant uncertainty and personal hardships for employees, families and school communities,” Chait said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

"It's evident gymnasts, coaches, parents and families have found the process challenging and frustrating, and it has not been a positive experience for those involved," it added.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Maxman added that a lack of sanitation and hygiene materials means families are exposed to disease from open sewage, and vital water and sanitation systems and services are still destroyed or in disrepair.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

And if Nguyen could change one policy tomorrow to better support caregivers and protect families, it would be expanding paid family leave.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Thirty-three are simply grieving families, who deserve whatever peace they can find.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse