ACCOMMODATION Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

accommodation

noun

ə-ˌkä-mə-ˈdā-shən

Definition of accommodation

as in lodging

usually accommodations plural a place to sleep and related amenities for the temporary use of a tourist or traveler a resort offering a wide range of accommodations

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as in negotiation

the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement the twins each made an accommodation: Jane agreed to Joan's pink curtains and Joan agreed to Jane's purple rug

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as in amenity

something that adds to one's ease of living a village that wants to attract tourists but doesn't even provide public accommodations for their sanitary needs

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as in adjustment

the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation an accommodation to changing economic conditions will be necessary if the church is to remain open

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maladaptation

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of accommodation Among his responsibilities are payroll, the cast and crew’s travel and accommodations and working with the box office in each local market. — Dan Kelly august 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 Another simple and highly effective tool is the one-page profile — a short introduction of the child to teachers highlighting strengths, communication preferences, sensory considerations, effective motivators and important accommodations. — Jennifer Durocher, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026 Those restrictions are intended to prevent homes from being converted into full-time tourist accommodations. — Tim Komarek, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026 The Saudi government picks up the medical bill, as well as families’ travel and accommodation costs. — Dominic Dudley, semafor.com, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accommodation

Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodation

Noun

The spending is heavily dominated by staff travel, transportation and lodging, which make up the vast majority of the top expenditures, per P-card data reviewed by the Herald after a public records request.

— Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 12 Aug. 2026
Ohio’s first new state park lodging in more than 30 years, the hotel is a game-changer, putting guests right in the middle of the park, minutes away from popular attractions like Old Man’s Cave and Conkles Hollow.

— Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of lodging

Noun

Although no official statements have been made, frenetic speculations about TWICE leader Jihyo and members Tzuyu and Chaeyoung earlier this year prompted JYP to issue statements that contract negotiations were still ongoing.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
The negotiations have progressed well and reached their final stage, Araghchi said, while insisting the deal would not reopen the waterway.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of negotiation

Noun

The personal finance website compared the nation’s 100 largest cities across 23 metrics related to the cost of pet ownership, pet health and wellness and outdoor amenities for animals.

— Evan Moore August 8, Charlotte Observer, 8 Aug. 2026
The property makes good use of the outdoor space, featuring beautiful landscaping and amenities like an al fresco dining area and fire pits with Adirondack chairs.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of amenity

Noun

Choose the system, habit, or adjustment that makes everyday care feel less like duty and more like devotion.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Neighbors said the temporary adjustment during the recent Bohemian Grove gathering dramatically reduced the number of aircraft flying over their homes.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, who negotiated the 39 percent compromise, has stressed that Congress wrote the cap into law specifically to keep the FCC from changing it.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 6 Aug. 2026
Former House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, who negotiated the 39 percent compromise, has stressed that Congress intentionally wrote the cap into law to prevent FCC revision.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of compromise

Noun

The luxury estate dates back to the 1800s, sits on 470 acres of land, and is located about 20 miles outside of London.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
The Qatari royal family's donation of the luxury jet valued at approximately $400 million, an unprecedented foreign gift, raised questions from some lawmakers and ethics experts.

— Emily Chang, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of luxury

Noun

For the past month, the women of Christopher Nolan’s adaptation have used the red carpet and other press events to interpret the mood and mythology of the film in different, yet cohesive, ways.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
The movie itself disappoints him for its deviations from the Stephen King novel (including this detail may help preempt criticisms over this adaptation), but he’s also distracted by the presence of a strikingly handsome stranger (Homer Gere).

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adaptation

Noun

Adding to the conveniences found inside, there are also plenty of restrooms throughout.

— Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
Travelers also have their pick of embarkation ports, from the convenience of departures from New York City to the thrill of sailings from historic San Juan, Puerto Rico, or the friendly Texas welcome of a Galveston embarkation.

— Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026