Definitions

family man

NOUN

man fond of family life

Synonyms

STRONGEST

married man

WEAK

husband man of the family patriarch

Example Sentences

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A straight-laced family man with a Catholic upbringing, Becerra was more reserved during the debates — a quiet confidence that drew some voters to support him.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Some of the investors said they felt McClain was trustworthy and a Christian family man.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

He was just a family man from Oklahoma City who’d been on his way to visit relatives in the Middle East.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

"He was a family man who wanted to give the best life to his five children. And now he is gone," said Khan, who also works in the UAE as a construction worker.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

The family man doesn’t hold out his hand to me, but he watches.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell