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

Meanwhile, Herod’s team is layering in more fabric, artwork, and decorative layers to kitchens, creating coziness in one of the home’s most utilitarian spaces. — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

Saltair’s refill pods lean on BHAs and zinc ricinoleate to tackle odor while smoothing skin — a skincare-crossover pitch that reframes deodorant as part of a beauty routine rather than a utilitarian purchase. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026

The utilitarian silhouette works as a seasonal transition piece for windy, rainy spring or fall days, according to Vogue. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026

Nothing looks as good and is as utilitarian in an airport lounge and on an airplane as a cashmere wrap. — Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2026