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Synonyms of lessee

3 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for lessee is tenant. Other synonyms of lessee are renter. The opposite of lessee is landlord.

Synonyms and similar words for lessee

nounMore synonyms

leaseeA person who leases something from a lessor; lessee.
renterOne who rents property or other goods from another.
tenantOne who holds a lease (a tenancy).

Opposite of lessee

nounMore antonyms

lessorThe owner of property that is leased; the landlord to a lease.
landlordA person that leases real property; a lessor.

Meaning of lessee

noun An individual or a corporation who has the right of use of something of value, gained through a lease agreement with the real owner of the property.
noun The entity to whom a lease is given, or who takes an estate by lease.
noun Someone who is allowed to use a house, building, land etc. for a period of time in return for payment to the owner.

Full definition of lessee

Questions about synonyms of lessee

What is another word for lessee?: Lessee has 3 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tenant and renter.
What is the opposite of lessee?: The opposite of lessee is landlord. Other antonyms of lessee are lessor.
What does lessee mean?: Lessee means an individual or a corporation who has the right of use of something of value, gained through a lease agreement with the real owner of the property.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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