Definition

Having ownership of property, especially land or assets, which can provide income or wealth.

Example

The propertied class often has more influence in political decisions.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how many people are propertied in our city?

Yeah, it’s surprising how much wealth is concentrated in just a few hands.

Right? It makes me wonder about their lifestyle and how they view money.

I guess being propertied comes with a lot of responsibilities, too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Propertied → It is formed from "property" (from Old French *propriete*, meaning ownership or possession) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "propertied" refers to being in a state of having property or possessions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'property' as ownership, and the '-ed' shows a state of being. So, when someone is propertied, they are in a state of having ownership.

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