Synonyms of silverware

silverware

noun

ˈsil-vər-ˌwer 

as in silver

eating and serving utensils

we keep the silverware in a separate drawer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• silver
• flatware
• knife
• tableware
• fork
• cutlery
• spoon
• setting
• setup
• silver plate
• teaspoon
• tablespoon
• place setting
• chopstick

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of silverware

Her mother brought along a trunk of dresses and silverware, but life on the farm did not afford a scope for luxury. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

When placing silverware on the table, does the sharp edge of the knife face toward the plate or away from it? — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026

Placing it in the bottom of the machine or the silverware holder will keep the detergent from being released at the optimal moment. — Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano, The Spruce, 1 Aug. 2026

This extra-large expandable silverware tray brings a little order back to the chaos, with adjustable sections that fit a variety of drawer sizes and deep compartments for everything from everyday flatware to bulky kitchen tools. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 28 July 2026