Synonyms for

Owning

Verb / ˈəʊnɪŋ / Another word for owning — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To have or possess something

Synonyms & similar words

possess own have possessing having holding keeping controlling gaining acquiring obtaining securing occupying dominating commanding carrying bearing wielding enjoying retaining

Synonyms by register

Formal

possessing holding controlling occupying

Informal

having got keeping

Literary

commanding wielding

Antonyms

lacking losing renting leasing borrowing lending giving up

Common collocations

  • owning property
  • owning a business
  • owning a home
  • owning shares
  • owning up to
  • owning the rights
  • owning a pet

Word family

noun ownership
verb own
adjective owned

Usage note

The verb 'own' implies legal possession or rightful control. 'Owning up to' is a common phrasal verb meaning to admit responsibility for something.

Example sentences

  1. She is owning a cute puppy.
  2. He is owning a big house.
  3. They are owning a successful business.
  4. I dream of owning a sports car.
  5. She is proud of owning a collection of stamps.

Quotes

  • Owning a home is a keystone of wealth…both financial affluence and emotional security.
  • The American Dream is owning your own home.
  • I like owning things.

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