Synonyms of nook

nook

noun

ˈnu̇k 

as in alcove

a hollowed-out space in a wall

books filled every nook in the literature professor's house

Synonyms & Similar Words

• alcove
• corner
• niche
• cranny
• recess
• cubbyhole
• housing
• cubicle
• embrasure
• shrine
• indent
• dent
• indentation
• indenture
• ambry

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of nook

Go for one of its ten Beyond Suites—each at a generous 30 square meters—with a king-sized bed, walk-in-wardrobe, cozy sitting nook, and a stylish ensuite with a walk-in rainfall shower. — Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Built in 1947, the four-bedroom has picture windows framing water views, built-ins, a sleek white kitchen with a dining nook, and a sunroom with a bar. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 20 July 2026

Earth was, albeit briefly, a happier and more entertaining planet thanks to Sidny Lopes Cabral, the Cabo Verde defender, who took aim from the outskirts of the penalty area and curled a beauty into the furthest nook of the net. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026

So, before whisking away your grandma’s bulky 1970s bedroom suite or your dad’s filing cabinet, do a thorough check of every drawer, nook, and cranny. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 15 July 2026