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Definitions

accessory

[ak-ses-uh-ree] / ækˈsɛs ə ri /
NOUN
ornament; accompanying item; supplementary part
Synonyms
STRONGEST
adornment appliance component decoration
STRONG
accent addition adjunct appendage appendix appurtenance attachment extension extra frill help supplement trim trimming
Antonyms
STRONG
decrease lessening reduction subtraction
WEAK
principal
NOUN
person peripherally involved in illegal activity
Synonyms
STRONG
abettor accomplice aid aide assistant associate colleague confederate conspirator helper insider partner plant ringer shill stall subordinate
WEAK
co-conspirator
Antonyms
STRONG
antagonist boss enemy foe leader opponent superior
WEAK
principal

Example Sentences

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I tested it with my favorite accessory, Moft’s wallet tripod stand, which worked well.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

The tie as an accessory is thought to date back to the 17th century when the French copied a neckscarf from Croatian mercenaries fighting on behalf of Louis XIV's army.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

My guy friends are constantly making fun of me for my commitment to such an ugly accessory.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

The baking connoisseur, known among fans and competitors for her affinity for boozy sweets and vibrant fashion and accessory choices, announced her departure from the wholesome series on Wednesday morning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2026

“I don’t want to be an accessory, Emile.”

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.