Synonyms for Family
Definition of family
noun
- a social unit living together; "he moved his family to Virginia"; "It was a good Christian household"; "I waited until the whole house was asleep"; "the teacher asked how many people made up his home"
- primary social group; parents and children; "he wanted to have a good job before starting a family"
- a collection of things sharing a common attribute; "there are two classes of detergents"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "family"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like category, class, fellowship can replace "family" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 13 alternatives available, "family" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Family" in song lyrics
See how family is used in real songs:
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"Mr.2Phace sippin alot with the Wreckshop Family"
2Phace f/ Big Moe — P Potion -
"The government's way to destroy the family"
3rd Bass — Come In -
"And the Rap-A-Lot family"
4 Deep — Real