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
Visit a local park and make use of their amenities, especially a bike trail.
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Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
The residents have smaller homes and share several common areas and amenities.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 17 June 2025
The suite, costing $25,000 per night, will feature amenities like a private gym, massage room, and ocean views.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Micromanaging when and how payments are processed, seating assignments, and other amenities are lessons in what not to do.
—Jackson Shedelbower, Oc Register, 17 June 2025
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Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2025
The residents have smaller homes and share several common areas and amenities.
—Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 17 June 2025
The suite, costing $25,000 per night, will feature amenities like a private gym, massage room, and ocean views.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Micromanaging when and how payments are processed, seating assignments, and other amenities are lessons in what not to do.
—Jackson Shedelbower, Oc Register, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
Noun
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Even neutral or well-meaning gestures are perceived as selfish, passive-aggressive or hostile.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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This grand gesture brought national attention to Lee’s fight to bring recognition to Juneteenth.—
Bea L. Hines,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Blunt’s one-time assistant will now be an executive at a luxury brand conglomerate that advertises with Runway.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2025
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As a result, luxury brands poured hundreds of thousands into Vogue just to appear in the legendary September issue.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Noun
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This shift matters not just for convenience, but for trust.—
Chakkry Arunachalam,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The most compact stroller in the collection was designed with style and convenience in mind.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The style’s timeless aesthetic and high-quality feel come courtesy of that leather upper with careful stitching, plus a traditional lace-up style and a supportive outsole carved with the map of Manhattan (harking back to Coach’s Big Apple identity).—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
25 June 2025
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See which breweries are near you, courtesy of CT Brewers’ Guild.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
24 June 2025
Noun
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From August 26-31, enjoy a trip to Venice inclusive of accommodations, festival screenings, lunch or dinner with a critic, and art/food experiences.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
24 June 2025
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To make a stay here even more enjoyable, book an Executive Tower accommodations with access to La Cime, a premium lounge on the 34th floor with dedicated service and all-day culinary presentations.—
Katie Chang,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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This arguably demonstrates why the central bank is federally mandated to be independent, so that a major lever of the economy can be used for the long-term benefit of businesses and consumers as opposed to the whims of the Oval Office.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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The parliamentarian determined that a provision to bar immigrants who are not citizens or lawful permanent residents from receiving food assistance benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, should also be removed.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
24 June 2025
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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