UTILITARIAN Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

utilitarian

adjective

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 On the one side were utilitarian conservationists, who prioritized natural-resource management; on the other were strict preservationists, who argued that scenic landscapes should remain as free as possible from human intervention. —

Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026 Any of these game-changing solutions can curb your clutter, especially those unruly or utilitarian items. —

Amy Panos, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Mar. 2026 However, designers say these utilitarian items can actually make an entryway more memorable—and organized. —

Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026 At their algorithmic heart, dating apps are utilitarian. —

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Significant advancements in fully capable robotics have become much more efficient and useful for scientific discovery.

— Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
But as inflation proves more persistent, and potentially more volatile, than expected, gold may serve as a useful complement for investors looking to balance risk and preserve purchasing power.

— Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026