Synonyms of appliances

appliances

noun

plural of appliance

1

as in gadgets

an interesting and often novel device with a practical use

since the invention of the cork, all manner of appliances have been invented for the extraction of these sometimes troublesome stoppers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gadgets
• tools
• accessories
• gizmos
• innovations
• contraptions
• mechanisms
• widgets
• instruments
• inventions
• utensils
• contrivances
• jiggers
• gismos
• gimmicks
• implements
• accessaries
• ingenuities
• tricks
• adjuncts
• doodads
• thingamajigs
• doohickies
• doohickeys
• thingamabobs
• hickeys
• thingumajigs
• dinguses
• thingummies
• hootenannies

2

as in accessories

something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment

an appliance that allows the machine to be used as a sander

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accessories
• options
• accouterments
• adaptors
• adapters
• appendages
• attachments
• accoutrements
• accessaries
• additives
• equipments
• add-ons
• adjuncts
• furnishings
• enhancements
• subsidiaries
• accompaniments
• ornaments
• supplements
• luxuries
• appurtenances
• incidentals
• auxiliaries
• fillers
• trappings
• amenities
• decorations
• complements
• trimmings
• embroideries
• adornments
• paraphernalia
• trims
• nonessentials
• extras
• nonnecessities
• habiliments
• garnishes
• bells and whistles
• embellishments
• frills
• doodads

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• requirements
• necessities
• essentials
• requisites

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of appliances

If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances. —Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 4 Oct. 2025

Pull appliances out from the wall and vacuum and mop underneath. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025

If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2025

This provides reliable electricity for appliances while also maintaining cooling for sensitive materials. —Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025

Or tennis bracelets and home appliances? —Judith Martin, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025

The building is marketed as a luxury affordable housing community with its upscale finishes, stainless appliances and other amenities, according to Kevin McDonell, regional project partner for the developer Lincoln Avenue Communities. —Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 26 Sep. 2025

Do not use electric appliances with plugs or cords. —Staff Reports, AZCentral.com, 26 Sep. 2025

Open layouts, chef’s kitchens with top-tier appliances, wine cellars, and thoughtful detailing make every space feel intentional yet effortless. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025