Synonyms of belong

belong

verb

bi-ˈlȯŋ 

1

as in to stay

to have or be in a usual or proper place

your shoes belong in the closet, not in the middle of the living room where people will trip on them

Synonyms & Similar Words

• stay
• go
• place
• fit (in)

2

as in to pertain

to be the property of a person or group of persons

those textbooks belong to the school system and not to the students

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pertain
• have
• appertain
• possess
• own
• hold

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of belong

Supporters of the change argue that sociology is not scientific or objective enough to belong in the core curriculum. —Carla Cox, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026

Then there was the question of whether dogs belonged in the city at all. —Rachel Sugar, Curbed, 8 Apr. 2026

Shelley Petersen, associate superintendent of Learning Support Services, told trustees at the March 12 meeting that staff will need time to study whether additional supports such as elective options result in improved student well-being, sense of belonging as well as improved academics. —Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026

Seaweed belongs in any dish that could use a touch more savoriness or brine—think a creamy pasta or a simple pesto. —Megan Zhang, Saveur, 8 Apr. 2026