folks (Meaning)
folks (n)
your parents
people in general (often used in the plural)
folks (n. collect. & pl.)
In Anglo-Saxon times, the people of a group of townships or villages; a community; a tribe.
People in general, or a separate class of people; -- generally used in the plural form, and often with a qualifying adjective; as, the old folks; poor folks.
The persons of one's own family; as, our folks are all well.
Synonyms & Antonyms of folks
Synonyms:
- blended family
- nuclear family
- brood
- progeny
- extended family
- offspring
- scion
- dynasty
- kith
- issue
- seed
- kinsman
- relative
- line
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
folks Sentence Examples
- The weary folks stumbled into the tavern, seeking respite from the long journey.
- The folks at the town meeting debated the issue with great passion and vigor.
- The kind folks offered aid to the stranded traveler without hesitation.
- The local folks were proud of their community and its rich traditions.
- The wise folks of the village offered guidance to the youth, ensuring their wellbeing.
- The townsfolk greeted the visiting dignitaries with open arms and warm hospitality.
- The young folks eagerly participated in the street games, filling the air with laughter.
- The elders, respected by the folks, shared their wisdom and stories from days gone by.
- The folks gathered at the church for a joyful celebration, filled with music and camaraderie.
- The folks from neighboring villages came together for a lively festival, showcasing their unique customs.
FAQs About the word folks
your parents, people in general (often used in the plural)In Anglo-Saxon times, the people of a group of townships or villages; a community; a tribe., People in
clan, house, tribe, people,family, kindred, descendant, household, kinfolks, kinsfolk
birth,origin, extraction, descent, origin, birth, descent, extraction,ancestry, pedigree
The weary folks stumbled into the tavern, seeking respite from the long journey.
The folks at the town meeting debated the issue with great passion and vigor.
The kind folks offered aid to the stranded traveler without hesitation.
The local folks were proud of their community and its rich traditions.
