1
as in gesture
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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2
as in luxury
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 convenience
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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as in sweetness
the state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others
at the nursing home Mr. Crawford's natural amenity charms the ladies and puts the men at ease
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Recent Examples of amenity
Give us more amenities with our season ticket.
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Plans call for the development to include a luxury hotel with signature restaurants, a world-class spa, a sports and social members club and other sophisticated amenities.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Nov. 2025
Missoni products are used for amenity kits, and Missoni pillows and blankets are offered in Delta One cabins.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
The building amenities also include an indoor pool, spa treatment rooms, a fitness center, and a screening room, among others.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2025
Plans call for the development to include a luxury hotel with signature restaurants, a world-class spa, a sports and social members club and other sophisticated amenities.
—Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Nov. 2025
Missoni products are used for amenity kits, and Missoni pillows and blankets are offered in Delta One cabins.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
The building amenities also include an indoor pool, spa treatment rooms, a fitness center, and a screening room, among others.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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This magical moment is a gesture of love and gratitude that lights up a smile brighter than the most grandiose display of holiday decorations, making every stressful minute of holiday gift shopping completely worth it.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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Byrne tends to favor movement that’s kinetic but a little crooked—the sorts of blunt gestures that, theoretically, anyone can do.—
Amanda Petrusich,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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Josh Geller, a luxury travel advisor with EMBARK Beyond travel agency, says bookings to Europe from his American clients are booming.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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TikTok and Instagram influencers act as both tastemakers and salespeople, offering five-minute testimonials that make luxury feel both attainable and necessary.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Essential, convenience and efficiency always win.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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The transformation comes as Club Med continues to adapt its legacy all-inclusive model to the tastes of modern travelers, who increasingly seek effortless convenience and authentic experiences.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Consider a spine tingling off-dry Riesling here—a kabinett or spatlese from the Mosel with just a kiss of sweetness, perhaps.—
Anna Lee C. Iijima,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Nov. 2025
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Kernels of fresh corn add a touch of sweetness to the bread, while yogurt instead of buttermilk, keeps the bread moist and tender.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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Photograph courtesy Oscilloscope Laboratories 3.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
7 Nov. 2025
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In between his different projects, Emms took time to talk to THR about The Choral, being part of the Star Wars universe, courtesy of Andor, and what is next for him.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Nov. 2025
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The lodge has an indoor water park, an on-site restaurant (The Little Gem), and a variety of accommodation styles, ranging from classic rooms to family cabins and seasonal rustic cabins.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Nov. 2025
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This suggests a Canaanite folk cult operated outside the city, possibly indicating that special accommodations were made for local farmers who might not have entered the city.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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At the same time, food aid was delayed for tens of millions of people as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits were caught up in legal battles related to the shutdown.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
10 Nov. 2025
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Several states, including California, quickly began to dole out benefits.—
Nicole Nixon,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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