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also accessary
Synonyms & Antonyms of accessory
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
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
Synonyms for accessory
- accoutrement
- (or accouterment),
- adapter
- (also adaptor),
- add-on,
- adjunct,
- appendage,
- appliance,
- attachment,
- option
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2
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
Synonyms for accessory
- abettor
- (also abetter),
- accomplice,
- cohort,
- confederate
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accessory
adjectiveSynonyms & Antonyms of accessory (Entry 2 of 2)
available to supply something extra when needed
- most phone services offer accessory features such as call-waiting
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