amenities

plural of amenity
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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 Are there any amenities available, or is this more of a DIY experience? Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 The open space would include a dog park and possibly a playground and other recreational amenities, Floyd said. Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026 The $69 million project features study lounges, recreation areas, housing and academic spaces, outdoor amenities, natural lighting, energy-efficient systems, and e-bike charging stations. Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026 Additional amenities at the home that the star added through structural projects include the spacious soaking tub and extensive primary bedroom closet. Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 The residence also comes with access to Amanpuri’s private beach and resort amenities, such as its tennis courts. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026 The trend has moved from fringe hangover cures into structured, early-mainstream amenities. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026 Phase one will cover improvements to common areas as well as unit amenities, according to the bond documents. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026 Anyone who gets to stay at the villa will have an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery, quiet location, and plenty of amenities. Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenities
Noun
  • Small courtesies keep big efforts moving forward.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
  • 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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  • In November 2025, the sibling owners decided to close the hotel and embark on a significant five-star transformation, adding contemporary luxuries and cutting-edge technology.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Placing emphasis on affordable luxuries, such as matcha lattes, lip gloss, or birthday cake, is a way for Jenner to remain relatable to her audience, who are far more likely to be victims of the effects of economic uncertainty.
    Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Doomscrolling on an iPhone, firing endless questions at ChatGPT, or streaming a 4K film on Netflix on your laptop – behind these modern life conveniences lies a high-stakes contest between two Asian technology powers.
    John Liu, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Modern conveniences include an elevator and geothermal heating.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • In kitchens, courtyards, bedrooms and on the streets, women shared jokes, secrets, gestures of care and moments of freedom.
    PhotoVogue, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The moment taps a broader wartime tradition in Ukraine, where heroic dogs, cats and rescuers become national emblems — and American gestures of solidarity carry growing political weight.
    Laurie Kellman, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
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  • Universal accommodations create an inclusive safety net without singling anyone out.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Many of the country’s most spectacular regions have little to no infrastructure, meaning accommodations, supplies, and transportation must all be carefully coordinated.
    Gwen Nicol, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2026
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  • Moreno’s involvement and willingness to listen to particularly star-level players had its benefits.
    Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • But both fit a category of technology that has some clear benefits, but also clear avenues for abuse.
    J.D. Capelouto, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Getty Hard Rock Cafe's journey began in London in 1971, when two homesick Americans, Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton, brought the comforts of a classic American diner to the British capital.
    Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Adults’s Gen-Z characters tend to see their comforts as transient, their identities as mutable, and seriousness as an annoying obligation, all of which the second season pokes at a bit.
    Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026

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“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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