Synonyms of accessory

accessory 1 of 2

noun

ik-ˈse-sə-rē 

variants also accessary

1

as in option

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

• option
• appliance
• adapter
• appendage
• add-on
• additive
• equipment
• attachment
• adjunct
• accoutrement
• enhancement
• amenity
• accompaniment
• complement
• subsidiary
• ornament
• furnishings
• auxiliary
• luxury
• decoration
• incidental
• adornment
• supplement
• filler
• embroidery
• trappings
• appurtenances
• paraphernalia
• nonessential
• trimming
• embellishment
• extra
• garnish
• frill
• trim
• nonnecessity
• habiliment(s)
• doodad
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• essential
• requirement
• necessity
• requisite

2

as in accomplice

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

• accomplice
• henchman
• cohort
• companion
• abettor
• partner
• informant
• evidence
• informer
• collaborator
• confederate
• collaborationist
• comrade
• conspirator
• traitor
• gangster
• plotter
• mobster
• state's evidence
• crony
• racketeer

accessory

2 of 2

adjective

as in auxiliary

available to supply something extra when needed

most phone services offer accessory features such as call-waiting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• auxiliary
• additional
• peripheral
• supplementary
• accessorial
• makeshift
• supplemental
• appurtenant
• complementary
• added
• assistant
• backup
• further
• assisting
• another
• supportive
• contributory
• subordinate
• substitute
• excess
• secondary
• tributary
• subsidiary
• superfluous
• surplus
• helping
• nonessential
• adjuvant
• dispensable
• unessential
• subservient

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• main
• principal
• chief
• basic
• primary
• fundamental
• prime
• necessary
• essential
• integral
• vital
• imperative
• required
• indispensable
• requisite
• needed
• all-important
• needful

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accessory

Noun

Stars like Reese Witherspoon have demonstrated just how stylish a white sneaker can look with the right outfit and accessories. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

To add a little sour to the sweetness, however, why not add accessories that have some edge? — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026

Adjective

During our chat, Whitney showed me how accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are creating new housing opportunities for aging parents, adult children, caregivers, renters, and even for multigenerational families. — Katie Goar, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Malek Daniels, 20, of Kansas City, pleaded guilty to accessory voluntary manslaughter, armed criminal action and accessory second-degree assault for his role and was sentenced to a total of 12 years in prison. — Kansas City Star, 10 Aug. 2026