Synonyms for
Spa
Definition
A place where people go to relax and receive treatments to improve their health or appearance.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- day spa
- hot spa
- mineral spa
- spa treatment
- spa resort
- spa town
- home spa
- luxury spa
Word family
Usage note
While 'spa' can refer to a place for hydrotherapy, it is now more commonly associated with establishments offering beauty treatments and relaxation. Be mindful of context, as 'massage parlor' can have negative connotations.
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Example sentences
- I love going to the spa to get a facial.
- My mom and I are going to the spa for a mother-daughter day.
- The spa offers a variety of services including massages, facials, and body treatments.
- After a long week at work, I like to unwind at the spa.
- The hotel has a spa where guests can relax and rejuvenate.
Quotes
The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one. - Oscar Wilde
“A vacation is what you take when you can no longer take what you've been taking.” - Earl Wilson
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” - Anne Lamott