member

/ˈmɛmbər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that belongs to a particular group, organization, or category.

“She is a member of the local book club.”

2. noun

A person elected or appointed to a particular position or office, especially in a government or organization.

“The new member of the council was sworn in yesterday.”

3. verb

To include or count someone or something as part of a group or category.

“She was not a member of their social circle.”

4. verb

To be a part of a particular group, organization, or category.

“He will be a member of the team from next month.”

5. verb

To include or be included in a particular group, organization, or category.

“The new policy will be a member of the existing framework.”

Synonyms

  • affiliate
  • associate
  • participant

Antonyms

  • nonmember
  • outsider