Synonyms of utilitarian

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

Related Words

• useful
• beneficial
• functional
• practical
• usable
• possible
• workable
• feasible
• actionable
• advantageous
• applied
• serviceable
• profitable
• applicative
• applicable
• working
• ultrapractical
• practicable
• opportunistic
• opportune
• tactical
• seasonable
• desirable
• timely
• expedient
• advisable
• judicious
• politic
• prudent
• self-seeking
• wise

Dissimilar Words

• useless
• unsuitable
• impractical
• impracticable
• inapplicable
• unworkable
• unusable
• unprofitable
• profitless
• unfeasible
• untimely
• nonpractical
• unseasonable
• inopportune
• unwise
• injudicious
• imprudent
• inadvisable
• inexpedient
• impolitic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of utilitarian

Slipcovers and sofa toppers move from utilitarian to design-forward. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

The decor could feel a little utilitarian, but that didn't bother me; the generous proportions and practical layout were more consequential. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026

Govan drew upon a wide array of influences for Latif’s clothes, referencing Tuareg (particularly in the indigo color palette) and Baye Fall African warriors, as well as the more utilitarian aspects of Japanese samurai clothing. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 20 Oct. 2026

Lupi said the Fay Archive project is also benefiting from the popularity of workwear and utilitarian fashion as staples of the urban and fashion-savvy wardrobe. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026