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
  • Carter hadn’t managed to build a profitable business with his attempt to recapture Vanity Fair’s old spirit (and luxury advertising base).
    Max Tani, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Skyridge Glamping For a couple’s getaway, the adults-only Skyridge Glamping near Kananaskis Village blends luxury with nature inside eco-cabins that bring the outdoors inside.
    Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The election results could spur one party to reach a deal sooner rather than later, clearing the way for federal employees and benefits to be paid again.
    Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2025
  • The club, founded in 2009, provides $80,000 benefits to every first responder in its service area in Johnson, Somervell and Parker counties, member Tom Cowan said.
    Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Taylor River Lodge near Almont, Colorado, offers both the rustic charm of Rocky Mountain ranch living combined with the creature comforts of a boutique hotel.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The rich lady would struggle with tending animals, living in a small house, and lacking creature comforts.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Each space has period furniture, original millwork, and all of the luxe amenities discerning travelers expect.
    Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
  • This Airbnb has also been applauded for its popular amenities, like a washer and dryer, dishwasher, travel crib, bathtub, and patio.
    Gabriela Ulloa, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The popular gas station and food chain is known for its made-to-order hoagies, coffee, and other convenience items.
    Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
  • The good news is a few quick tweaks can help your device stay powered all day, without sacrificing performance or convenience.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Moore said that while any and all legal options will be considered, the group's main focus will be on advocacy for pretrial services and other programming that can keep people out of jail.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Airwallex also offers its global network of licenses and services to other fintech companies through API integrations, such as facilitating Brex, Rippling, and Deel’s international expansions.
    Leo Schwartz, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2025

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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.

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