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Definition of familiarly

familiarly

/fəˈmɪl.jɚ.li/
fa · mil · iar · ly
Adjective:familiar
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• adverb

1

In an informal, casual, or intimate manner, as among close friends or family.

Example

"The two colleagues greeted each other familiarly in the hallway before the meeting began."

2

By a common, colloquial, or everyday name rather than an official or scientific title.

Example

"The towering redwood tree is familiarly known to locals as the Giant of the Valley."

3

In an overly bold, presumptuous, or disrespectful way that disregards proper social boundaries.

Example

"The guest spoke far too familiarly to the host, making everyone at the dinner table uncomfortable."

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• Rhymes for familiarly

• Nearby Words

familiarity
familiarization
familiarize
familiarly
family
famine
famish

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the adjective 'familiar' (derived via Old French from Latin 'familiaris', meaning 'of a household') and the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Familiarly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/familiarly
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