Synonyms of trinket

trinket

noun

ˈtriŋ-kət 

as in ornamental

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest

the top of his desk was littered with trinkets that were collected as souvenirs from various vacations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ornamental
• ornament
• souvenir
• bauble
• knickknack
• novelty
• bibelot
• tchotchke
• gewgaw
• collectible
• curio
• gimcrack
• gaud
• doodad
• kickshaw
• curiosity
• trifle
• trumpery
• bijouterie
• figurine
• gimcrackery
• memento
• trinketry
• bagatelle
• keepsake
• bric-a-brac
• virtu
• conversation piece
• objet d'art
• collector's item

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trinket

If the Smithsonian can keep centuries-old teacups behind glass, I should be allowed to keep a collection of random trinkets. — Shivali H. Patra, Mercury News, 8 July 2026

Always tip in cash (no gift cards or homemade trinkets), and leave your tip somewhere where it can be easily found. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Others receive cheap trinkets, packing material or nothing at all. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026

From there, the little trinkets can be placed on a keychain or string for display on a backpack or as a piece of jewelry. — Anja Webb, Parents, 24 June 2026