as in useful
capable of being put to use or account
She found his theories utilitarian in constructing her own.
of, relating to, or being a method of computer programming in which each step of the solution to a problem is contained in a separate subprogram
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Recent Examples of utilitarian
These findings highlight both the Britannic’s original design as a luxury liner and its subsequent role as a utilitarian wartime hospital ship.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
Peasants moved into the ruins, using the once-noble palace as utilitarian storage space for at least another century.
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
The collection covers the essentials with utilitarian-centric wardrobe must-haves via sweeping trench coats, boxy formal shirts, and oversized shorts.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
These boots, which launched in the 70s and are known for their functional and durable construction, transcend their more utilitarian function into fashion and pop culture alike.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 Sep. 2025
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2025
Peasants moved into the ruins, using the once-noble palace as utilitarian storage space for at least another century.
—Sarah Durn, Popular Science, 17 Sep. 2025
The collection covers the essentials with utilitarian-centric wardrobe must-haves via sweeping trench coats, boxy formal shirts, and oversized shorts.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
These boots, which launched in the 70s and are known for their functional and durable construction, transcend their more utilitarian function into fashion and pop culture alike.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 11 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for utilitarian
Recent Examples of Synonyms for utilitarian
Adjective
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Likely to become more useful as the season goes on.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Amgui Two-Story Tiny Home There are so many useful and charming features to this Amazon tiny home.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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If your microbiome is unbalanced between beneficial and harmful microbes, probiotics can help introduce healthy microbes back into your body.—
Isabel Vasquez RD LDN,
Health,
1 Oct. 2025
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Abuja published guidance on how the private sector should work with government agencies to tackle financial crimes, and Pretoria has strengthened legislation on the disclosure of beneficial ownership for companies and trusts.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Utilitarian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/utilitarian. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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