family way

The phrase “family way” has 4 syllables: fam-i-ly way

It's pronounced as /ˈfæmɪli weɪ/


What is synonym and antonym for family way?

In the thesaurus, “family way” has 15 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for family way along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for family way

  • begetting
  • breeding
  • carrying a child
  • conception
  • expecting
  • generation
  • gestation
  • gravid
  • gravidity
  • pregnancy
  • pregnant
  • procreation
  • siring
  • spawning
  • with child

Antonyms for family way

  • barrenness
  • infertility

Example Sentences

  • She announced that she was in the family way and everyone was thrilled.
  • They decided to buy a bigger house since she was in the family way.
  • It's an old-fashioned term, but "in the family way" means pregnant.
  • When she found out she was in the family way, she immediately told her parents.
  • Being in the family way brings about many changes and preparations.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to family way, such as: barrenness, begetting, breeding, carrying a child, conception, expecting, generation.

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