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

If factories, kitchens, warehouses, websites, and workflows become increasingly machine-native, then human spaces may be relieved of some of their utilitarian burden. — George C. Lee Ii, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026

Cool Camo and Olive While utilitarian influences—think military jackets, cargo pants—have been showing up in trends, camo print feels like its final boss. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026

Historically, these jackets embody a very utilitarian look, with a long, boxy cut and oversized front patch pockets for holding tools. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Aug. 2026

At one time, the toilet was primarily considered a purely utilitarian fixture, with interior designers essentially working around it. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026