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Utilitarian

Verb / ju:ˌtɪlʌˈteri:ʌn / Another word for utilitarian — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive or comfortable

Synonyms & similar words

useful practical functional efficient useful plain austere bare-bones basic unadorned unembellished unornamented unpretentious no-frills spartan workaday workhorse stark minimalist utilizing utilized

Example sentences

  1. The utilitarian backpack had plenty of pockets for all my school supplies.
  2. My mom's cooking is always utilitarian, with no extra spices or flavors.
  3. The factory's utilitarian design made it easy to produce products efficiently.
  4. The utilitarian jacket kept me warm but didn't look very fashionable.
  5. The utilitarian approach to the problem was to find the most practical solution.

Quotes

  • The test of any work of art is its fitness for life; is it contained in the utilitarian?
  • The best designs are the ones that solve problems for people - they are utilitarian.
  • I want to do something utilitarian - something for people.

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