Synonyms for

Belongings

Verb / bɪˈlɔ:ŋɪŋz / Another word for belongings — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Belongings are the things that a person owns or has with them.

Synonyms & similar words

holding belongto go belong property belonging possessions property goods effects assets valuables stuff gear things items paraphernalia trappings equipment baggage luggage holdings wares belongingness belonger

Synonyms by register

Formal

possessions assets effects property

Informal

stuff things gear junk

Literary

accoutrements appurtenances trappings

Antonyms

lack deprivation need want poverty destitution

Common collocations

  • personal belongings
  • lost belongings
  • packed belongings
  • checked belongings
  • forgotten belongings
  • valuable belongings
  • household belongings
  • all belongings

Word family

noun belonging

Usage note

Belongings refers to items owned by a person. It is often used in the plural. The singular 'belonging' can refer to a sense of connection or fitting in, which is a different meaning.

Example sentences

  1. My belongings were stolen from my car.
  2. I need to sort through my belongings and donate what I don't need.
  3. The movers loaded all of my belongings onto the truck.
  4. I always keep my important belongings in a safe place.
  5. Her belongings were scattered all over the room.

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  • A man's worth is no greater than his ambitions. - Marcus Aurelius
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm. - Winston Churchill

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