occupant
3 synonyms for occupant, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who lives in, uses, or is present in a place.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use occupant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sole occupant
previous occupant
car occupant
Etymology
From Latin occupans, present participle of occupare, "to seize, take possession of".
Full origin of occupant →Frequently asked questions
What does “occupant” mean?
The word “occupant” means a person who lives in, uses, or is present in a place. In plain terms, someone who lives in or is present in a particular place.
How do you pronounce “occupant”?
“Occupant” is pronounced OK-yuu-puhnt (/ˈɑ.kjə.pənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “occupant” in a sentence?
Here is “occupant” used in a sentence: “The previous occupant left the flat spotless.”
What is another word for “occupant”?
Words with a similar meaning to “occupant” include occupier.
What part of speech is “occupant”?
“Occupant” is a noun.
Where does the word “occupant” come from?
The word “occupant” comes from Latin. From Latin occupans, present participle of occupare, "to seize, take possession of".
Is “occupant” a common word?
“Occupant” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
