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also accessaries
1
as in options
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
bought a new car with lots of high-tech accessories
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2
as in accomplices
one associated with another in wrongdoing
two accessories, the driver of the getaway car and the dishonest bank teller, were charged in the robbery case
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Recent Examples of accessories
At Gilt, a low-key site that offers impressive deals on designer clothes, accessories, and shoes, Longchamp bags of all sizes and styles are up to 33 percent off.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The line’s latest fall drop is full of the very accessories that Gaines treasures most.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
From seasonal accessories like lightweight jackets to cozy sweaters, fall wardrobes are versatile enough for plenty of style accents without the bulkiness of clothes for colder temperatures.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter and Summer Walker showed off their fuzzy accessories.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Even without Lady Gaga’s meat dress or Britney Spears’ python, the annual ceremony is guaranteed to deliver over-the-top styling, playful accessories and tributes to icons of VMAs past.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Datskovska regularly reports on celebrity style during awards shows and trending, shoppable accessories.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Mall fashion accessories store chain Claire’s will close more than 290 stores, including some shops in Indiana, as part of its bankruptcy process.
—IndyStar, 30 Aug. 2025
Searches for the classic accessories are up 68 percent and 89 percent, respectively.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Nicol Natale, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The line’s latest fall drop is full of the very accessories that Gaines treasures most.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
From seasonal accessories like lightweight jackets to cozy sweaters, fall wardrobes are versatile enough for plenty of style accents without the bulkiness of clothes for colder temperatures.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 8 Sep. 2025
Sabrina Carpenter and Summer Walker showed off their fuzzy accessories.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
Even without Lady Gaga’s meat dress or Britney Spears’ python, the annual ceremony is guaranteed to deliver over-the-top styling, playful accessories and tributes to icons of VMAs past.
—Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Datskovska regularly reports on celebrity style during awards shows and trending, shoppable accessories.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025
Mall fashion accessories store chain Claire’s will close more than 290 stores, including some shops in Indiana, as part of its bankruptcy process.
—IndyStar, 30 Aug. 2025
Searches for the classic accessories are up 68 percent and 89 percent, respectively.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessories
Noun
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These options let the computer randomly generate numbers for you.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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There are pricier options, of course, such as the HTC Vive Pro 2 or the eye-wateringly expensive Apple Vision Pro headset, available for a cool $3,500, which come with better visuals and more advanced features.—
Daryl Baxter,
Space.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The footage shows a state official and two accomplices attempting to evict members of the indigenous Chuschagasta community from their land in northern Argentina.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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His staff and accomplices transported girls from Manhattan, Palm Beach and all over the world to his various homes from the early 1990s until his indictment in 2019.—
Julie K. Brown,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After unthreading some lug nuts from attachments secured to the port and starboard sides of the vessel, the crew deploys two metal arms that jut out a half dozen feet from the aft.—
Wesley Bruer,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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The multi-styler comes with all kinds of attachments, including several long barrels, two smoothing brushes, a round volumizing brush, and a smoothing dryer.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Typhur’s new Sync appliances change that equation entirely.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The price of dishwashers, along with most appliances, has seen a long-term, shallow downward trend, making such purchases even more affordable.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The problem is that my iPhone 14 Pro Max is long, and the grip prevents the adapters from fitting into the socket of my iPhone.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Sep. 2025
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Safe connectors, which are similar to the concept of AI gateways, function as integration adapters that not only retrieve data but also acquire security authorization for that data.—
Vinod Bijlani,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The source of all these accoutrements?—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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Crème de la Crème is popular for home goods and is stocked with an assortment of glassware, candles, linens, and garden accoutrements.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Using a special sub-zero microscope, the researchers watched the algae slip through these ice highways without thrashing, scrunching, or using visible appendages.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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This design allows the appendages to fan out underwater, so they can be used like an oar.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The hotel was decked out in Chiefs colors, from either the fans wearing hats, jerseys and shirts to the elevators inside featuring team decorations.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
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The festivities included a catered spread of food, themed decorations and a special gift from the brand.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Accessories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessories. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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