Synonyms of possessions

possessions

noun

plural of possession

as in things

transportable items that one owns

we packed up all of our possessions and excitedly moved into a new house

Synonyms & Similar Words

• things
• belongings
• stuff
• holdings
• effects
• goods
• chattels
• gear
• personal property
• plunder
• personal effects
• paraphernalia
• personalty
• movables
• valuables
• treasures
• furnishings
• duds
• property
• fixtures
• appointments
• collateral
• estate
• tangibles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• real estate
• immovables

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of possessions

Throughout his time in Las Vegas, opponents poked rebounds out of his hands and stole possessions from the Bucks. — Eric Nehm, New York Times, 19 July 2026

That means no social media accounts, personal possessions or handling money, and the practice of celibacy and modesty. — Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026

Billingsley said his crews were able to save some of the family’s possessions with tarps and rugs, but the Merazes have been advised that any clothing or furniture that still smells like smoke needs to be disposed of. — Noah Daly july 11, Idaho Statesman, 11 July 2026

Through letters, Ulisses charms lonely women, bilking them of money and possessions. — Hamilton Cain, Time, 7 July 2026

When each man surrendered possessions to the ice, Shackleton threw his gold cigarette case away first. — Ed Brzychcy, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Evangelista’s son said much of her frustration also stemmed from how the fire captains treated her possessions during the clean out. — Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026

On back-tob-back possessions, Lendeborg combined with Will Richard to smother one Spur attempt at the rim, and then covered for a botched defensive play by Graham Ike by blocking Miles Kelly’s attempt from seven feet away. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 6 July 2026

In recent weeks, there’s likely been a slight uptick in financial gain or possessions, Cancer. — Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026