Synonyms of bells and whistles

bells and whistles

plural noun

as in emblazonry

Related Words

• emblazonry
• apparel
• frosting
• filigree
• ornament
• trim
• decoration
• ornamentation
• adornment
• finery
• setoff
• embellishment
• flourish
• garnish
• improvement
• froufrou
• blazonry
• chichi
• frippery
• garnishment
• flounce
• enhancement
• frill
• ruffle
• garniture
• enrichment
• doodad
• fal-lal
• beautifier
• caparison
• bric-a-brac
• foofaraw
• appliqué
• embroidery
• embellisher
• glitter
• fancywork
• embossment
• furbelow
• gilt
• design
• furnishings
• bedizenment
• pattern
• trappings
• regalia
• figure

Dissimilar Words

• scar
• disfigurement
• blemish
• spot
• stain
• blot
• defacement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bells and whistles

Just press a single button—there are no extra bells and whistles like options to adjust the water temperature or flavor profiles—and the Ratio Six blooms the coffee grounds, then uses a slower flow for an even better extraction. —Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Dec. 2025

There’s also a bathroom equipped with all the bells and whistles, including a sink, a toilet, a mirror/medicine cabinet, and even a shower. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2025

But, despite its $40 price tag and plastic construction, this Star Wars Yoda lightsaber isn't short on bells and whistles. —Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025

The plan includes a full playground with lots of Disney bells and whistles as well as a new community center and amphitheater for use by the entire Altadena population. —Dominic Patten, Deadline, 17 Nov. 2025