Synonyms of knickknack

knickknack

noun

ˈnik-ˌnak 

variants also nicknack

as in ornamental

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest

a variety of pretty porcelain knickknacks adorned the mantel

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ornamental
• ornament
• souvenir
• tchotchke
• bauble
• trinket
• novelty
• gewgaw
• collectible
• curio
• gimcrack
• bibelot
• gaud
• kickshaw
• doodad
• curiosity
• trumpery
• gimcrackery
• trifle
• bijouterie
• bric-a-brac
• figurine
• keepsake
• bagatelle
• memento
• trinketry
• virtu
• conversation piece
• objet d'art
• collector's item

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of knickknack

Attendants were tasked with caring for the trees, interacting with visitors, and giving performances, as well as contributing knickknacks that would serve as totems from their past. — Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 20 Aug. 2026

But each room is packed with nooks and crannies and knickknacks to click around on, investigate, and learn about, so there’s almost always something to dig into. — Jay Peters, The Verge, 1 Aug. 2026

Books and knickknacks made from bronze, glass and wood cover the coffee table. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

My father did not like clutter and as such did not save many knickknacks and mementoes. — Literary Hub, 20 July 2026