PROPERTIED Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

propertied

adjective

Definition of propertied

as in better-off

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Recent Examples of propertied Those writing the new constitution determined that men of substance, the wealthy, could be counted on to vote for men of good character who would end the chaos in the country and protect the interests of the propertied classes. — Christine Adams / Made By History, TIME, 16 Sep. 2024 Edward Gibbon, who was ultimately elected to the UK Parliament, was born into a propertied English family that had lost most of its fortune in the South Sea Bubble of the 1720s but later regained it. — Bywill Daniel, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2023 Until quite recently, the club also refused to admit show people, who started displacing oilmen as the West Side’s propertied class in the 1910s. — Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 16 June 2023

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After all, these programs helped to create the class of better-off retirees who fund the group today.

— Samuel Moyn, Harpers Magazine, 21 Apr. 2026
Lower earners historically see higher rates of inflation than their better-off counterparts, said Morgan Stanley economist Heather Berger.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026

Definition of better-off

Adjective

Look, the playing fields haven’t been even in decades, the gap between the moneyed schools widening with each passing season.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
This stunning lack of trust can be overcome by recognizing that our state government is being paralyzed by partisan conflict and legislative dependence on monied interests.

— Arne Carlson, Twin Cities, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of moneyed

Adjective

Some commenters questioned why a wealthy donor would bring a prominent university from Pittsburgh to Miami rather than direct more money toward institutions already serving local students.

— Luisa Yanez October 2, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026
At issue are certain use cases of Section 351 exchanges, in which wealthy individuals, through an intermediary, create new ETFs with a basket of highly appreciated stocks.

— Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of wealthy

Adjective

According to the Berkeley and Oakland police departments, responders arrived at the home Friday morning, soon after receiving reports of gunshots heard in the affluent neighborhood near the UC Berkeley campus.

— Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026
The radiant setting is especially attractive to affluent couples from across Asia as well as the US, Australia, and Europe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of affluent

Adjective

The announcement comes as Slayyyter closes out an insanely successful year.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2026
Meanwhile, over in Asia, a top McKinsey executive laid out what sets Asia's owner-CEOs apart, drawing on the firm's research that helps filter out the key factors that determine successful leadership.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of successful

Adjective

Improving our communication — sharing important information in a timely manner, supporting the manager in creating clear direction between departments are steps needed to unify our city and have a prosperous future for North Miami Beach.

— Miami Herald staff, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026
Getting on a firmer footing now would help ensure that America continues to be free and prosperous into the future.

— Editorial Board, Washington Post, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of prosperous

Adjective

Convicted of first-degree murder, breaking and entering and robbery in August 1998, jurors agreed the state proved that Steen had broken into the home of a well-to-do elderly widow, Virginia Frost, two years prior.

— Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026
Moreover, in the early 20th century, many people (especially more well-to-do families) became accustomed to departing inland towns and cities for the summer months to a more summery locale on the coast or at a lake.

— Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of well-to-do

Adjective

Mercury in your partnership house squares Mars in your 4th, creating friction between another person’s perspective and what feels comfortable or settled to you.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
Hats, comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are also advised.

— Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

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