belonging — A feeling of being accepted and comfortable as part of a group or place.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A feeling of being accepted and comfortable as part of a group or place.
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- After moving to a new country, it took him years to develop a sense of belonging.
- My cat treats all my belongings as her personal belongings — including my chair.
- Please make sure to take all your belongings when you exit the bus.
belonging
NOUN[/bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋ/]
A feeling of being accepted and comfortable as part of a group or place.
At the welcome circle, she finally felt a sense of belonging.
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“After moving to a new country, it took him years to develop a sense of belonging.”
“My cat treats all my belongings as her personal belongings — including my chair.”
“Please make sure to take all your belongings when you exit the bus.”
“He forgot his belongings so many times that the school started calling him 'the amnesiac.'”
“Volunteering at the shelter gave her a deep sense of belonging in the community.”
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