gadget

noun

gad·​get ˈga-jət 

: an often small mechanical or electronic device with a practical use but often thought of as a novelty

gadgetry

ˈga-jə-trē 

noun

gadgety

ˈga-jə-tē 

adjective

Synonyms of gadget

• tool
• appliance
• gizmo
• contraption
• widget
• accessory
• mechanism
• innovation

Examples of gadget in a Sentence

The kitchen is equipped with all the latest gadgets.

cell phones, pagers, and other gadgets

Recent Examples on the Web

Whether your husband is into gadgets, travel, grilling, or simply appreciates things that make everyday life easier, these are the gifts that actually get constant use in my house — and will make Father’s Day feel a little more memorable this year. —Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 24 May 2026

This little gadget is a game-changer for travel. —Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2026

Toss unmatched or damaged Tupperware, old gadgets, and duplicate kitchen tools to free up space. —Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 22 May 2026

While everyone feels identical in basic combat and movement, each hero is made distinct by a unique gadget tree and fun unlockable ultimate abilities. —Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 22 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

perhaps a sound-symbolic coinage, with final as in fidget entry 1, midget, idjit (nonstandard form of idiot)

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gadget

• areopagite

Kids Definition

gadget

noun

gad·​get ˈgaj-ət 

: an interesting, unfamiliar, or unusual device with a practical use

gadgetry

ˈgaj-ə-trē 

noun