Ownership — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈō-nər-ˌship/ own·er·ship

Meaning & Definition of Ownership

Ownership (noun)

  1. the state, relation, or fact of being an owner
  2. a group or organization of owners
  3. the quality or state of being accountable, responsibility

Ownership (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the state or fact of owning something

    "Home ownership is on the rise in this country."

    "The café is now under new ownership."

    similar: proprietorship, control, enjoyment, hands, keeping, possession, authority, command, dominion, mastery, power, repossession, retention, claiming, collaring, commandeering, confiscation, procurement
    opposite: nonpossession, dispossession, relinquishment, surrendering, transferal

Related Entry: Co-ownership (noun)

Co-ownership is a different word from Ownership. The synonyms below are for co-ownership, not for ownership.

  1. as in ownership, possession

    similar: ownership, part, partnership, possession, title, claim, interest, share, stake

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ownership

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ownership:

proprietorship, control, enjoyment, hands, keeping, possession, authority, command, dominion, mastery, power, repossession, retention, claiming, collaring, commandeering, confiscation, procurement

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Ownership

Words with the opposite meaning of Ownership:

nonpossession, dispossession, relinquishment, surrendering, transferal

Word Forms of Ownership

Inflections: ownerships

Origin & Etymology of Ownership

owner + -ship

First known use: 1583

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Ownership

Words & Phrases Containing Ownership

cross-ownership

Frequently Asked Questions about Ownership

What does "Ownership" mean?

"Ownership" means the state, relation, or fact of being an owner. As a noun, it is defined as: the state, relation, or fact of being an owner.

What is another word for "Ownership"?

Other words for "Ownership" include proprietorship, control, enjoyment, hands, keeping, possession, authority and command. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ownership" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ownership"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ownership". Common alternatives include proprietorship, control, enjoyment, hands, keeping, possession, authority, command, dominion and mastery.

What is the opposite of "Ownership"?

Antonyms of "Ownership" include nonpossession, dispossession, relinquishment, surrendering and transferal.

How do you use "Ownership" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ownership" in a sentence: "Home ownership is on the rise in this country."; "The café is now under new ownership.".

Is "Ownership" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ownership" is a noun.

Is "Ownership" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Ownership" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Ownership"?

"Ownership" is pronounced /ˈō-nər-ˌship/ and divided into syllables as own·er·ship.