Synonyms of accessories

accessories

noun

variants also accessaries

plural of accessory

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• options
• appliances
• adapters
• appendages
• equipments
• accoutrements
• attachments
• additives
• add-ons
• enhancements
• adjuncts
• furnishings
• accompaniments
• subsidiaries
• ornaments
• amenities
• appurtenances
• decorations
• supplements
• complements
• embroideries
• auxiliaries
• adornments
• luxuries
• incidentals
• trimmings
• trappings
• fillers
• paraphernalia
• extras
• embellishments
• nonessentials
• trims
• garnishes
• habiliments
• frills
• nonnecessities
• bells and whistles
• doodads

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• requirements
• necessities
• essentials
• requisites

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accomplices
• henchmen
• cohorts
• partners
• companions
• confederates
• abettors
• informants
• evidences
• collaborators
• informers
• comrades
• state's evidences
• conspirators
• traitors
• gangsters
• collaborationists
• plotters
• cronies
• racketeers
• mobsters

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accessories

Lean into the season’s love of colorful accessories with a cherry-red headband. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026

Dress the part and embrace the ease of the season by pairing your Birkenstocks with a dainty mini dress, raffia sunhat, and other warm-weather accessories. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Sole4Souls Nationwide organizations also accept items like gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026

But of course, that ability to travel with ease—and joy—comes with a foolproof list of travel accessories to make the journey as smooth as humanly possible. — Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 8 Aug. 2026

Keep scrolling for more tropical travel essentials and sun-ready accessories inspired by her getaway. — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 8 Aug. 2026

There are also recommendations based on what’s currently in your shopping bag, as well as the ability to view accessories based on product category. — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Customers can expect to find anything from vintage clothing and accessories from the flapper era to specialty light fixtures, unique salt-and-pepper shakers and mid-century furniture. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026

Coach opened four locations of The Coach Coffee Shop in 2025, pairing pastries and espresso drinks with the brand’s handbags and accessories. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2026