Synonyms for

Facility

Verb / fʌˈsɪlɪti: / Another word for facility — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Facility means a building or place that is used for a particular purpose, especially one that provides a particular service.

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Common collocations

  • research facility
  • manufacturing facility
  • medical facility
  • sports facility
  • public facility
  • military facility
  • waste disposal facility
  • childcare facility

Word family

adjective facilitative

Usage note

Can refer to a place, a skill, or an ease of doing something. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The new sports facility in our town is amazing.
  2. I went to the facility to get my car fixed.
  3. The research facility is working on finding a cure for cancer.
  4. The facility has a lot of equipment for working out.
  5. The facility was closed due to a power outage.

Quotes

  • 'We have to remember that the facility is only as good as the people we put in it.' - Jodi Rell
  • 'I think that the U.S. facility is some of the best in the world, but with that comes a price.' - John Poindexter
  • 'The facilities in America are better than anywhere else in the world, but the cheeseburgers are worse.' - Andy Rooney

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