Synonyms of adapter

adapter

noun

ə-ˈdap-tər 

variants also adaptor

as in accessory

something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment

adapters for the food mixer include a meat grinder and an ice cream maker

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• requirement
• essential
• necessity
• requisite

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of adapter

The switch-up left behind a trail of expensive hardware, including SLS's upgraded Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) and the adapter meant to fit it to the SLS rocket, a larger launch tower, and Gateway's Habitation and Logistics Outpost (HALO) module. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 26 June 2026

In addition to Wi-Fi, the Era 100 supports Bluetooth audio and line-in playback via an optional adapter. — Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 24 June 2026

The bards were the first adapters. — David Denby, New Yorker, 21 June 2026

The malware infected the Network Driver Interface, which streamlined communications between network protocol drivers enabling service such as TCP/IP network adapter drivers. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 17 June 2026