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household Synonyms

Another word for household

Choosing another word for household depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A house and its occupants regarded as a single unit, typically including a family or a group of individuals living together.

Usage Example

"The census requires that one adult fill out the form on behalf of the entire family."

Strongest
family
Strong
home
house
menage
clan
Weak
brood

• noun (Context 2)

The management and maintenance of domestic affairs and a home.

Usage Example

"She was responsible for the housekeeping, ensuring that groceries were stocked and bills were paid."

Strongest
housekeeping
Strong
homemaking
housewifery
housework

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Household. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/household
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