Synonyms for

Fixture

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

Definition

a piece of equipment or furniture that is fixed in position and cannot be moved easily

Synonyms & similar words

fixity repair mend looseness fastness regular secureness habitue fixedness reparation fixing mending fix fittings installation apparatus equipment furnishings hardware accessories attachment fitting-out outfitting plant system gear rig setup tackle utensil instrument appliance contraption

Synonyms by register

Formal

installation fitting equipment apparatus

Informal

thing item gadget gizmo

Literary

permanent steadfast established

Antonyms

transient temporary movable ephemeral fleeting impermanent

Common collocations

  • bathroom fixture
  • light fixture
  • fixed fixture
  • lighting fixture
  • plumbing fixture
  • electrical fixture
  • standard fixture

Word family

noun fixture
verb fixate

Usage note

A fixture refers to something fixed in place, often a piece of equipment or furniture. It can also refer to a person or thing that has been in a place for a long time and is unlikely to move.

Example sentences

  1. The bathroom fixture was leaking.
  2. The fixture in the kitchen was outdated.
  3. The soccer team had a fixture against their rival school.
  4. The light fixture in the living room needed to be replaced.
  5. The fixture in the park was a popular spot for picnics.

Quotes

  • "The fixture list is out of order." - Brian Clough
  • "I've always loved football, and I've always been a massive football fan. I've got into football management, and it's a hell of a challenge." - Robbie Fowler
  • "Soccer is not about justice. It's a drama, and criminally wrong decisions against you are part and parcel of that." - Sepp Blatter

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