Synonyms of attachment

attachment

noun

ə-ˈtach-mənt 

1

as in affection

a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone

I doubt that there's any permanent attachment between the two teenagers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• affection
• love
• devotion
• passion
• respect
• fondness
• enthusiasm
• longing
• desire
• appreciation
• devotedness
• regard
• liking
• preference
• adoration
• infatuation
• loyalty
• yearning
• craving
• zeal
• crush
• taste
• esteem
• partiality
• allegiance
• eagerness
• fervor
• relish
• worship
• like
• lust
• appetite
• fancy
• fidelity
• estimation
• favor
• idolatry
• ardor
• faithfulness
• steadfastness
• adulation
• fealty
• deification
• idolization

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hatred
• hate
• hostility
• loathing
• aversion
• antagonism
• rancor
• animosity
• abomination
• allergy
• dislike
• enmity
• antipathy
• repulsion
• disgust
• revulsion
• repugnance
• abhorrence
• disfavor
• misanthropy

2

as in accessory

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

bought a grinder attachment for the kitchen mixer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• accessory
• option
• appliance
• appendage
• adapter
• add-on
• adjunct
• accoutrement
• additive
• equipment
• accompaniment
• enhancement
• complement
• amenity
• auxiliary
• subsidiary
• ornament
• incidental
• trappings
• supplement
• filler
• appurtenances
• embroidery
• furnishings
• trimming
• adornment
• decoration
• luxury
• extra
• paraphernalia
• nonnecessity
• nonessential
• habiliment(s)
• garnish
• embellishment
• frill
• trim
• doodad
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• essential
• requirement
• necessity
• requisite

3

as in allegiance

adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty

an unflinching attachment to the marriage, through times both good and bad

Synonyms & Similar Words

• allegiance
• loyalty
• commitment
• devotion
• dedication
• fidelity
• adhesion
• faithfulness
• steadfastness
• fealty
• constancy
• piety
• affection
• faith
• devotedness
• fastness
• troth
• resolution
• determination
• fondness
• firmness
• reliability
• dependability
• trustworthiness
• trustiness
• trustability

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• treachery
• falsity
• disloyalty
• infidelity
• perfidy
• falseness
• inconstancy
• alienation
• faithlessness
• separation
• unfaithfulness
• disaffection
• estrangement
• perfidiousness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of attachment

The bottom edge has two small attachment points for accessories, such as Samsung’s optional keyboard cover. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

That combination of emotional attachment and financial incentive is driving demand for aging in place remodeling that makes an existing home work for the long run. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026

But backers are aiming for later in the year, perhaps as an attachment to year-end spending legislation. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026

Using the paddle attachment, beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. — Martha Stewart, 27 Sep. 2026