Belonging
/bɪˈlɒŋɪŋ/
Definitions
The state or feeling of being accepted as a member or part of a group, family, or community.
/bɪˈlɒŋɪŋ/
The state of feeling connected or accepted.
She found a sense of belonging in the hiking club.
💡 Simply: Feeling like you fit in.
More Examples
The feeling of belonging is essential to human happiness.
How It's Used
"The sense of belonging is crucial for mental well-being."
"Studies show a strong correlation between social belonging and life satisfaction."
Idioms & expressions
sense of belonging
The feeling of being accepted and valued by a group.
"He found a strong sense of belonging in his new community."
From Middle English *belonging, from belong + -ing.
The word 'belonging' has consistently referred to the state of being part of a group, though its psychological connotations have become more prominent in recent centuries.
Memory tip
Think of a place where you feel 'longing' to be – that's the feeling of belonging.