Synonyms for

Bathrooms

Verb / ˈbæˌθru:mz / / ˈbɑ:ˌθru:mz / Another word for bathrooms — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A room containing a bath or shower and usually a sink and toilet.

Synonyms & similar words

bathroom can privy john lavatory toilet bath lav restroom lavatory toilet washroom loo latrine outhouse privy john head can pot potty crapper throne dump gents

Synonyms by register

Formal

restroom lavatory washroom toilet facilities

Informal

loo john can head

Literary

privy water closet

Antonyms

dryness cleanness discomfort disorder uncleanliness

Common collocations

  • public bathroom
  • private bathroom
  • master bathroom
  • guest bathroom
  • bathroom cleaner
  • bathroom mirror
  • bathroom sink
  • bathroom tile

Word family

noun bathroom

Usage note

While 'bathroom' is common in American English, 'toilet' or 'loo' are more frequent in British English. 'Restroom' is also a common and polite alternative in American English.

Example sentences

  1. The bathroom is where you go to take a bath or shower.
  2. I need to use the bathroom before we leave.
  3. Please make sure the bathroom is clean.
  4. The bathroom is one of the most important rooms in the house.
  5. I don't like using public bathrooms.

Quotes

  • I like to relax in the bathroom with a good book.
  • The bathroom is my sanctuary.
  • You can tell a lot about a person by their bathroom.

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