Meaning & Definition of Familial in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Pertaining to or characteristic of a family.

  Example Sentence: They have a strong familial bond.

• Definition: Occurring in or affecting members of a family.

  Example Sentence: The study focused on familial traits in genetics.

• Definition: Relating to the legal or social responsibilities of family members.

  Example Sentence: She was concerned about familial responsibilities.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from Middle French 'familial', from Latin 'familialis', from 'familia' meaning household.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• familial ties: Connections or relationships among family members.
• familial love: The affection and bond shared between family members.
• familial obligations: Duties and responsibilities people have towards their family.

Translations

• Spanish: familial

• French: familial

• German: familial

• Russian: семейный

Related Words

• family: A group of individuals related by blood or marriage.

• kinship: A connection by blood, marriage, or adoption.