belonging

be·long·ing

noun \-ˈlȯŋ-iŋ\

Definition of BELONGING

1

: possession —usually used in plural

2

: close or intimate relationship <a sense of belonging>

— be·long·ing·ness noun

Examples of BELONGING

1. <her adoptive family gave the young girl a sense of belonging that she had never felt before>
2. <packed up all their belongings and moved across the country>

First Known Use of BELONGING

1782

Related to BELONGING

Synonyms: familiarity, chumminess, closeness, inseparability, intimacy, nearness

Antonyms: distance

Related Words: immediacy; affinity, kinship; commitment, devotedness, devotion; affection, attachment, fondness, love, passion; constancy, faithfulness, fidelity; amity, fellowship, friendship, goodwill; affability, conviviality, cordiality, geniality; mutuality; cliquishness, clubbiness

Near Antonyms: aloofness, coldness, coolness, remoteness, reserve

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