Synonyms of owner

owner

noun

ˈō-nər 

as in proprietor

one who has a legal or rightful claim to ownership

the owner of the building will have to decide whether or not to sell

Synonyms & Similar Words

• proprietor
• possessor
• holder
• landowner
• landlord
• co-owner
• coproprietor

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• tenant
• lessee
• squatter
• renter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of owner

Some black-and-white photos line the wall, as do chef-owner Tony Gemignani's many international pizza-making awards. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Now that the soccer crowds have left, South Downtown’s owners said the project team is taking a pause to evaluate what is sustainable going forward. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 30 July 2026

Her Brentwood home, now a historic monument despite owner disputes, also offers a glimpse into her tragic final days, deepening the romance of the iconic star. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

The measure applies to residential properties valued at more than $1 million, depending on the type of property, that are not the owner’s primary residence. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 29 July 2026