accessories

noun

variants also accessaries
plural of accessory
1
as in options
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment bought a new car with lots of high-tech accessories

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2
as in accomplices
one associated with another in wrongdoing two accessories, the driver of the getaway car and the dishonest bank teller, were charged in the robbery case

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Recent Examples of accessories The fashion double act perfectly fit the rhythm of a musician whose personal style has become increasingly eclectic, oscillating between oversized sportswear, collegiate staples, rare archival finds, and extraordinarily expensive accessories. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2026 The roughly 2,000-square-foot store carries women’s ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes and accessories from names including Alaïa, Bottega Veneta, Celine, Chloé, Khaite and Loewe. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026 Its thrift store is stocked with clothes and items collected during student move-outs when many items get left behind, including Halloween costumes and accessories. — Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026 But the versatility of the color doesn’t end with clothes; the beauty of camel extends to accessories, making even the smallest details feel luxe. — InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026 Today, the fashion industry produces 100 billion garments and accessories every year. — Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026 The 5-quart Artisan Plus model is an improvement on the original Artisan, featuring luxe stainless steel accessories, a helpful bowl light, and precision speed control. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026 Pack smarter and travel happier with a set of three packing cubes in beautiful, coordinating Indigo patterns to keep clothes, shoes, accessories and travel items organized and easy to find. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026 The retailer also lists hair accessories, including claw clips. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessories
  1. options
  2. accomplices
  3. appliances
  4. adapters
Noun
  • Here are four tips for getting the best deal possible — plus, lenders that offer some of these options.
    — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Your fellow guests can enjoy the many day spa options and perhaps even a trip to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum.
    — Vogue, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of options
Noun
  • Murdaugh’s lawyers also demanded any evidence prosecutors have of possible accomplices or a grand jury investigation into them.
    — Jeffrey Collins, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Kids made good accomplices, tasked with sneaking off on a hunt for the bill.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of accomplices
Noun
  • Panel-ready appliances, dedicated pantry zones, pullout storage and smarter drawer organization all solve the same basic problem, which is having too many things fighting for too little usable space.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Home Harvest is the latest contender in this indoor smart garden space, with two appliances designed to turn microgreens, herbs, and salads into something halfway between a countertop convenience and a gardening project.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of appliances
Noun
  • Some aftermarket companies have tried selling their own breakaway adapters for electric vehicles, including Tesla.
    — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 2 Oct. 2026
  • The project also has adapters designed for charging infrastructure in China and North America.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of adapters

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“Accessories.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accessories. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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