nicety

noun

ˈnī-sə-tē How to pronounce nicety (audio)
Definition of nicetynext
1
as in fact
a single piece of information knows all the niceties of diplomatic protocol

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2
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living a woman too fond of the niceties of urban living to even consider becoming a farmer's wife

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3
as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate there's a nicety of detail in his meticulously painted landscapes

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Recent Examples of nicety But Biden still kept up the niceties. — Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 June 2026 At the end of the day, recognition isn't just a nicety. — Susan Akyeampong, Allure, 27 May 2026 These include niceties like complimentary garment bags in closets and a pet park with space for four-legged guests to play with toys and water bowls that can be sent to the room. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026 In reality, nobody closes their doors around here; neighbors wander into each other’s houses without any niceties, and the little jetties are essentially the residents’ stoops. — Rachel Howard, Travel + Leisure, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for nicety
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicety
  1. fact
  2. luxury
  3. precision
  4. detail
  5. convenience
  6. accuracy
  7. amenity
  8. perfection
Noun
  • In the 19-page complaint, obtained by Rolling Stone, Morake argued that Jonasi had presented the translation as fact during a conversational podcast rather than as part of a stand-up routine.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2026
  • Basically, the fact that zinc did not always agree with carbon and nitrogen suggests that δ66Zn may be sensitive to ecological processes that are invisible to traditional tracers (offering a complementary lens rather than a replacement).
    — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of fact
Noun
  • Another dinosaur has entered the luxury collectibles market, a reminder that even Earth’s deepest history can be sold to the highest bidder.
    — Kristi Curry Rogers, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
  • The lobster mini tacos bring a lighter kind of luxury, while the snapper crudo lands cool, citrusy, and clean.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Definition of luxury
Noun
  • This offers a direct route to youth culture and buying intent, provided brands advertise with precision and coherence, leveraging the show's cultural energy effectively.
    — Toni Fitzgerald, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • The story unfolds as a kind of thriller/procedural as Babs, and her very capable husband Rheal, unleash violence as a precision instrument of power and persuasion.
    — John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Definition of precision
Noun
  • His past medical reports have been criticized for offering limited detail and including statistics that some health professionals have viewed with skepticism.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
  • The department didn’t provide details on why the officer believed Guerrero was a public safety risk.
    — Caroll Alvarado, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Definition of detail
Noun
  • Spring Ranch Campground Fairfield, Nebraska Yurts and Conestoga wagons at this rural campground offer some of the conveniences of modern hotel rooms, including heat and air conditioning.
    — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026
  • The 17-footer undergoes much of the same aerodynamic streamlining and weight optimization as the original 22-ft Traveler, giving up features common across the rest of Airstream's lineup without sacrificing any major comfort or convenience.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 July 2026
Definition of convenience
Noun
  • This update transforms IEMs into precise studio reference monitors, offering unparalleled accuracy for recording engineers, producers, and performers.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Even tiny electromagnetic disturbances can disrupt the quantum states that perform calculations, reducing the accuracy and reliability of the system.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Definition of accuracy
Noun
  • While many of the home’s ornamental features are timeless and highly sought-after even today, that’s not the case with the kitchen’s amenities.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • Enjoy a wet bar, formal dining room, and VIP amenities, including welcome bites and turndown goodies.
    — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • This kind of beauty has nothing to do with perfection, which is distributed so arbitrarily and approximated so gracelessly.
    — Jia Tolentino, New Yorker, 11 July 2026
  • Lawrence looks like Main Street perfection — a vibrant haven of craft breweries, indie bookstores and historic hotels.
    — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
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