ACCOUTREMENT Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

accoutrement

noun

ə-ˈkü-trə-mənt

variants or accouterment

Definition of accoutrement

as in accessory

something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment this vacuum cleaner has all of the accoutrements for cleaning furniture as well as floors

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as in equipment

accoutrements or accouterments plural items needed for the performance of a task or activity has all the accoutrements that the home pastry chef could ever want

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Recent Examples of accoutrement The Patterson house is filled with children’s drawings, family memorabilia, tchotchkes, posters, plants, and a wide variety of domestic accoutrements, in an eye-catching spectrum of colors. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026 While parents happily brought their own children to Neverland Ranch for years, the property and its many kid-friendly accoutrements were viewed very differently after the molestation allegations surfaced. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026 In that building also lie the suites, each named for Newport mansions and with such accoutrements as canopy beds and standing tubs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026 Finish with polished accoutrements—such as a leather tote and woven flats—that exude an effortlessly smart energy. — India Roby, Glamour, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for accoutrement

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Noun

The sandals were sold in sizes 5T through 12T and have Cat & Jack, Target’s largest children’s apparel and accessories line, printed on the sole and bottom.

— Adam England, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
For the first time in three years, the brand reported growth across womenswear, menswear, accessories, and childrenswear divisions.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 17 July 2026

Definition of accessory

Noun

Those who fly drones into restricted airspace face fines of up to $100,000 (around £74,000), confiscation of equipment and criminal charges, according to the FBI.

— Adam Leventhal, New York Times, 19 July 2026
Richards has been the Panthers’ equipment manager since the 2016-17 season.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026

Definition of equipment

Noun

Beyond reducing component counts, the approach broadens supply chain options, speeds manufacturing, and provides greater flexibility when increasing output.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 July 2026
In those circumstances, and with United looking at options on the left wing, including Crysencio Summerville, the prospect of Rashford returning, thus saving the club a fee for a new signing, has increased.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Definition of option

Noun

According to Rosenwald, German cockroaches often ride in via grocery bags, cardboard boxes, appliances and secondhand furniture.

— Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 16 July 2026
If that doesn’t seem like a viable alternative long term, consider switching up your appliances.

— Lindsey Mather, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026

Definition of appliance

Noun

Her Lime bike outfit while out in London called for a quirky graphic T-shirt, breezy white pants, and standout accessories with a sporty aesthetic.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 19 July 2026
Other possibilities include poor electrical connections, alternators that are not fully recharging the battery due to internal or external issues, and aftermarket accessories.

— John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

Definition of accessories

Noun

And when do the revenues from all the software and hardware finally catch up to the outpouring of money?

— Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The bag is finished with gold hardware and the brand’s Gancini closure, which has become a signature detail in the brand’s designs.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 July 2026

Definition of hardware

Noun

England manager Thomas Tuchel apparently still has the full support of the country’s national soccer apparatus and hopes to lead the English team to the Euros in two years.

— Chris Branch, New York Times, 17 July 2026
Dealmakers, as is their wont, view Letterboxd as an operation destined to be plugged into a corporate structure, either as a film marketing apparatus or a data trove to power streaming.

— Dade Hayes, Deadline, 14 July 2026

Definition of apparatus

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