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as in courtesies
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
an unhappy, bickering couple who, at least in public, observe all the amenities of polite behavior
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as in luxuries
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
we don't need an expensive hotel with all the amenities—just a place to sleep
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as in conveniences
something that adds to one's ease of living
that campground has so many of the amenities of home that it is best left to those who only like to pretend they are camping
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Recent Examples of amenities
With intentional programming, the stadium, its amenities, and The Grove could support recurring marketplaces, food trucks, and kiosks that allow local entrepreneurs to start small and scale, supported by game-day foot traffic and year-round events.
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Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
Its Green Heart initiatives foster partnerships with local farms for fresh produce and collaborations with social enterprises providing in-room amenities, ensuring their environmental efforts also deliver positive social results.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
Luxury expeditions to the region are now attracting travelers craving new and unusual adventures at sea, all complemented by modern, high-end amenities.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
Some have amenities like bathrooms and kitchenettes, others have neither.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The pet-friendly hotel offers valet parking and special kids’ amenities, has a 24-hour fitness center, and treats guests to unique perks like priority reservations at the nearby Charlie Palmer Steak, and long-term wardrobe storage for repeat visitors.
—Sandra Ramani, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Brooklyn Tower is home to 100,000 square feet of exclusive indoor and outdoor amenities as well.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Along with Edge, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit also sail to Alaska, with similar amenities.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The new facility will have 1,200 slot machines, more than 60 table games, restaurants, a sportsbook and other amenities, while the temporary casino will be repurposed as an event venue, Stolyar said.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 25 Jan. 2026
Its Green Heart initiatives foster partnerships with local farms for fresh produce and collaborations with social enterprises providing in-room amenities, ensuring their environmental efforts also deliver positive social results.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 25 Jan. 2026
Luxury expeditions to the region are now attracting travelers craving new and unusual adventures at sea, all complemented by modern, high-end amenities.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
Some have amenities like bathrooms and kitchenettes, others have neither.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The pet-friendly hotel offers valet parking and special kids’ amenities, has a 24-hour fitness center, and treats guests to unique perks like priority reservations at the nearby Charlie Palmer Steak, and long-term wardrobe storage for repeat visitors.
—Sandra Ramani, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Brooklyn Tower is home to 100,000 square feet of exclusive indoor and outdoor amenities as well.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Along with Edge, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit also sail to Alaska, with similar amenities.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
The new facility will have 1,200 slot machines, more than 60 table games, restaurants, a sportsbook and other amenities, while the temporary casino will be repurposed as an event venue, Stolyar said.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenities
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With both courtesies and catastrophes refusing to conform, the canton’s school board, publishers, and clergy were forced to produce multiple editions of primers, textbooks, and catechisms; sometimes five parallel print runs were needed for a population the size of a town.—
Simon Akam,
New Yorker,
1 Dec. 2025
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Leonora measures out her days in courtesies and slights, the former dominating the beginning of the book, the latter rapidly gaining ground.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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Any luxuries that can’t be purchased in Indonesia must be invented.—
Tristan Rutherford,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2026
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Any extra luxuries of note, big or small?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Jan. 2026
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Family-friendly conveniences include complimentary outdoor activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing, and tennis and the Cee Bee Kids Camp for kids ages three to 10, open five days a week.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
24 Jan. 2026
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At the same time, the home sits just minutes from Unionville and a variety of everyday conveniences.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2026
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From arrival to the smallest gestures, everything flows naturally, guided by near-invisible discretion, care that is felt rather than seen.—
María Casbas,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Jan. 2026
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But Crockett puts equal value on the small gestures.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2026
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The rooms The resort’s accommodations are spread over 109 villas, all with a private pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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To enhance your trip to Sullivan's Island, consider booking accommodations through rental services like Airbnb or Vrbo for a more personalized and local experience, as there are no major hotel chains on the island.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2026
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Aside from potentially pressing pause on the exhausting narratives about Antekokounmpo's future, his injury could have on-court benefits for the Bucks as well.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Recycling does a lot more than keep waste out of crowded landfills; there also are environmental, economic, and community benefits.—
Tara Molina,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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However, the two games were in the comforts of Allen Fieldhouse.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2026
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Then came the rise of luxury polar-class vessels like the Viking's Polaris and Octantis expedition ships, which can simultaneously navigate thick ice sheets while swaddling its passengers with the comforts and amenities of a five-star resort.—
Jillian Dara,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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