Belonging

Pronunciation: /bɪˈlɔːŋ/

Belonging (verb)

  1. to be a member or part of a group or place.
  2. to be in the correct or suitable place.
  3. to be owned by someone.

Examples

  • She feels like she belongs in this group.
  • He belongs to a community of artists.

Common collocations: belong to a group, feel like you belong, belong in a place, belong on the shelf, belong to someone

Synonyms of Belonging

Neutral

Antonyms of Belonging

  • when something is not part of a group
  • when rejecting ownership or connection