ADAPTERS Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

adapters

noun

variants also adaptors

plural of adapter

as in accessories

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

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Recent Examples of adapters SpaceX is developing the prototype to be capable of refueling midflight in a complex process that requires two Starships equipped with docking adapters to meet in orbit to transfer propellant. —

Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 28 May 2026 This specification has forced anyone using HDMI to connect their displays to buy additional adapters for a dual-monitor setup. —

Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 But the Hollywood adapters couldn’t be blamed for everything that seemed inherently clunky or, by now, dated about the musical’s book, parts of which were bound to leave a contemporary audience grimacing a little between all the grins the score provokes. —

Chris Willman, Variety, 27 May 2026 Playback devices become harder to find or repair, along with all the necessary cables and adapters. —

Wyatt Williams, Harpers Magazine, 26 May 2026 Handy amenities include toothbrushes, (glass) bottled sparkling and still water, and built-in worldwide plug adapters. —

Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 May 2026 Instead of tossing them, keep a container full of extra charging cords, adapters, power strips, and extension cords neatly wrapped and clearly labeled. —

Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 16 May 2026 The Fyy organizer is slim enough to slip into any carry-on but manages to corral everything, including cords, backup batteries, and adapters into eight tidy pockets. —

Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026 Many vehicles can use adapters depending on the connector type. —

Mckynzie Steward, AJC.com, 1 May 2026

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Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days is here, offering shoppers a second chance to save on everything from durable luggage and tech accessories to home goods and shoes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Few accessories can so instantly and dramatically transform one’s presentation as a pair of sunglasses (if further evidence is needed, just think of Snoopy’s transition to Joe Cool).

— Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 2 June 2026