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belt Synonyms

Another word for belt

Choosing another word for belt depends on context, so the 38 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 6 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A flexible strip or band of leather, cloth, or other material, worn around the waist to secure clothing, hold tools, or serve as a decorative accessory.

Usage Example

"He tightened his leather sash by one notch after losing a few pounds."

Strong
sash
girdle
band
strap
waistband
Weak
cummerbund
cincture

• noun (Context 2)

A continuous loop of flexible material used in machinery to transmit mechanical power or motion between two or more rotating shafts.

Usage Example

"The mechanic had to replace the timing drive belt in the car engine."

Strong
drive belt
band
Weak
strap

• noun (Context 3)

A broad geographical area or region characterized by a specific defining feature, climate, or industry.

Usage Example

"The family drove across the American Farm region during their cross-country road trip."

Strong
region
zone
strip
swath
tract
area
Weak
district
sector

• verb (Context 4)

To fasten, secure, or encircle something using a flexible band or strap.

Usage Example

"She belted her trench coat tightly against the cold wind."

Strongest
strap
Strong
fasten
buckle
cinch
gird
tie
secure
Weak
bind

• verb (Context 5)

To strike someone or something hard, often with the fist, a heavy object, or a thrown ball.

Usage Example

"The batter stepped up to the plate and belted the ball into the outfield."

Strongest
hit
strike
Strong
whack
wallop
slug
clobber
smack
smash
bash
thump

• verb (Context 6)

To sing a song loudly and forcefully, projecting one's voice with intense energy (often followed by 'out').

Usage Example

"The lead vocalist belted the high notes perfectly during the musical finale."

Strongest
belt out
Strong
bellow
roar
blare
Weak
shout

Opposites of belt

The opposite of belt shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unbelt
unbuckle
whisper
unfasten
unstrap
murmur
mumble
untie
See all opposites of belt

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Belt. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/belt
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