Synonyms of amenities

amenities

noun

plural of amenity

1

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• courtesies
• gestures
• manners
• attentions
• formalities
• ceremonies
• rituals
• civilities
• rules
• pleasantries
• etiquettes
• rites
• greetings
• respects
• honors
• proprieties
• forms
• observances
• regards
• addresses
• decorums
• mores
• protocols
• graces
• favors
• devoirs

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• luxuries
• extras
• comforts
• options
• accessories
• indulgences
• frills
• extravagances
• superfluities
• treats
• delicacies
• niceties
• accoutrements
• nonessentials
• dainties
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• requirements
• necessities
• essentials
• fundamentals
• basics
• musts

3

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• luxuries
• conveniences
• accommodations
• benefits
• comforts
• niceties
• creature comforts
• services
• mod cons
• bonuses
• joys
• extras
• pleasures
• delights
• help
• solaces
• indulgences
• anodynes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• weights
• burdens
• millstones

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of amenities

The property makes good use of the outdoor space, featuring beautiful landscaping and amenities like an al fresco dining area and fire pits with Adirondack chairs. — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

On United, for example, the least expensive fare in the airlines’ lie-flat pod Polaris cabin doesn’t come with access to the Polaris business-class airport lounge, which features a bar, sit-down dining, a rest area, showers and other amenities. — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

Beyond the saltwater pool, private marina, and pickleball court, the island offers a sandy beach, walking trails, and a collection of practical amenities, including a chicken coop, barn, and several outbuildings. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026

The three-story, 163,000-square-foot, football-only complex floods with natural light and features a vast weight room, rooftop terrace and lavish recovery amenities. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026

Comparing properties across mountain towns can also be difficult because location, ski access, construction quality and amenities vary widely. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Expectations are high for Hollywood Casino Aurora to attract gamblers and non-gamblers alike with a plethora of dining options, amenities, a hotel and a brand-new gaming floor. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

But the two men want additional amenities such as pickleball courts or soccer fields that give more people a reason to keep coming back. — Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026