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Resident

UK /["/ˈrezɪdənt/"]/US /["/ˈrezɪdənt/"]/

Definition

a person who lives in a particular place or who has their home there

In simple words: A person who lives in a place.

Examples

  • The resident of the building reported a strange noise coming from the basement.
  • As a resident of this city for over ten years, I've seen many changes.
  • The hospital requires all resident doctors to complete a rigorous training program.
  • There are many rights and responsibilities that come with being a resident in a community.
  • The artist became a resident in the renowned art workshop for a year.

Usage notes

Use 'resident' when discussing people who live in a specific area, legally or permanently. Avoid in casual conversations when using simpler terms like 'local'.

Grammar pattern

resident + of + place

Memory hint

Think of 'reside', which means to live somewhere.

Collocations

  • long-term resident
  • permanent resident
  • current resident
  • resident population
  • registered resident

Synonyms

  • inhabitant
  • local
  • dweller
  • native
  • citizen

Antonyms

  • visitor
  • guest

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'inhabitant' – 'inhabitant' can be less formal.
  • Using 'residents' as a verb – 'resident' is a noun.
  • Misplacing the emphasis on the wrong syllable when pronouncing it.