well-appointed

adjective

well-ap·​point·​ed ˈwel-ə-ˈpȯin-təd How to pronounce well-appointed (audio)
: having good and complete equipment : properly fitted out
a well-appointed house

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Rooms are well-appointed, with luxe bathrobes, in-room coffee makers, newspaper delivery, and nightly turndown service. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026 Rear-seat passengers have thrones that recline, and an ample and well-appointed work area between them. — Marco Della Cava, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026 The understated luxury of the spacious and well-appointed accommodations creates a relaxing and elegant ambiance. — Wendy Altschuler, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 The studio is small but well-appointed, with an equipped kitchen, spacious shower, and outdoor seating nook for catching the sunrise. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-appointed

Word History

First Known Use

1523, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of well-appointed was in 1523

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“Well-appointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-appointed. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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