Synonyms of extras

extras

noun

plural of extra

1

as in spares

an interchangeable part or piece of equipment that is kept on hand for replacement of an original

that portable player runs through batteries incredibly fast, so I always keep plenty of extras on hand

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spares
• substitutes
• replacements
• backups
• reserves
• copies
• stocks
• reproductions
• doubles
• duplicates
• clones
• replicas
• dummies
• dupes
• replications
• carbon copies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• originals
• prototypes
• archetypes

2

as in amenities

something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary

the motel is clean and comfortable, but there are no extras

Synonyms & Similar Words

• amenities
• luxuries
• frills
• indulgences
• options
• comforts
• accessories
• superfluities
• extravagances
• niceties
• delicacies
• treats
• nonessentials
• accoutrements
• dainties
• bells and whistles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• requirements
• necessities
• essentials
• basics
• fundamentals
• musts

3

as in bonuses

something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed

as an extra, the dealer filled the tank of my new car

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bonuses
• dividends
• gifts
• perks
• contributions
• tips
• donations
• perquisites
• gratuities
• pensions
• offerings
• rewards
• throw-ins
• presentations
• gravies
• subsidies
• gravy trains
• donatives
• lagniappes
• generosities
• bounties
• presents
• prizes
• premiums
• grants
• cumshaws
• freebies
• awards
• benevolences
• largesses
• charities
• benefactions
• windfalls
• giveaways
• bestowals
• fringe benefits
• boons
• beneficences
• philanthropies
• icings
• mannas
• favors

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of extras

While the island’s natural beauty is enough in itself, hotel extras include a spa, dive center, ice cream parlor, art studio, and fashion boutiques. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

The salad stacks lean turkey with plant protein from beans and adds healthy fat from avocado, which keeps the meal filling without extras. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026

The first of the two days of filming at the park covered wider shots, with 400 extras in the stands. — Whitney Friedlander, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026

Some nets come in pairs rather than individually, while others include extras such as soccer balls or cones. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026

As the episodes were being filmed in the Charlotte area, a casting company called for extras to join the production. — Charlotte Observer, 20 Aug. 2026

Big Ridley commands armies of extras, builds enormous sets and deploys cutting-edge visual effects to create places that no longer exist — or never did. — Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026

Production on the 1980s period film is already underway in Bloomington, Indiana, where the local community’s hundreds of residents have turned out to serve as extras in some of the film’s largest and most pivotal scenes. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026

There are also all kinds of fun extras like shufflers, table lamps, and stylish storage cases, which, while not essential, will certainly enhance your next game night. — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026