chiefly British
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living bedrooms at the English country inn are filled with 18th-century charm, while the bathrooms have all the mod cons that 21st-century tourists demand

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Recent Examples of mod con Historic charm is balanced with mod cons, such as central air, open layouts, and high ceilings. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 July 2025 Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388). Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel. Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025 As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons. Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024 At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats. Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod con
Noun
  • Geneva Watch Days opened last Thursday with a slew of new introductions that added substance and excitement to the weekend of events seminars, roundtables and events focused on the world of luxury watches.
    Carol Besler, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Of course, with a luxury experience also comes a luxurious price tag and the cost of tickets won’t be the kind of budget fares people most associate with bus travel.
    Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • For her, bedrooms and dining rooms, in particular, benefit from the romance and visual depth these prints offer.
    Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Some social benefit incentives don’t work in the right direction.
    Kristen Edgreen Kaufman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Breezy interiors balance local crafts—coconut wood, wicker, and mother-of-pearl inlays—with creature comforts such as open-plan living rooms, outdoor rain showers, and private pools large enough to swim laps in.
    Chris Schalkx, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2025
  • Each of the 71 guest rooms and suites is equipped with modern creature comforts.
    Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • Additional suite amenities include sofa beds, lake-view balconies, separate living areas, and bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs and double vanities.
    Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Many of these homes come equipped with enough amenities to comfortably live in, along with additional perks like outfitted bathrooms, solar panels, and outdoor spaces.
    Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • On the surface, this looks like progress, a streamlined experience where convenience reigns supreme.
    Maria Williams, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
  • With its intimate setting, all-inclusive convenience, and commitment to sustainable travel, the cruise line offers a one-of-a-kind way to experience Baja California Sur.
    UnCruise Adventures, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • But unlike a first class cabin on a plane, these buses don't include any dedicated on-board service.
    Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2025
  • The center opened eight weeks ago and aims to close the gap in support for adult day center services in Tennessee.
    Ruben Montoya, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Sep. 2025

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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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