Synonyms for

Utilities

Verb / ju:ˈtɪlʌti:z / Another word for utilities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Utilities are services that are necessary for everyday life, such as electricity, gas, water, and internet.

Synonyms & similar words

usefulness utilityprogram utility inutility uselessness publicutility publicutilitycompany serviceprogram publicservicecorporation services amenities facilities infrastructure resources provisions commodities necessities conveniences appliances apparatus gear machinery equipment tools utensils devices implements instruments materials

Synonyms by register

Formal

services provisions amenities facilities

Informal

essentials necessities stuff things

Literary

boons benefits advantages

Antonyms

disadvantages drawbacks inconveniences hindrances obstacles

Common collocations

  • public utilities
  • utility services
  • utility company
  • utility bill
  • basic utilities
  • essential utilities
  • utility costs

Word family

noun utility
adjective utilitarian
adverb utilitarily

Usage note

Often refers to essential services like water, electricity, and gas. Can also mean usefulness or benefit.

Example sentences

  1. The utilities bill was much higher than expected this month.
  2. Without utilities like water and electricity, our daily lives would be very difficult.
  3. The city provides utilities to all residents.
  4. John forgot to pay his utilities bill and now his power has been shut off.
  5. The new apartment complex offers modern utilities such as high-speed internet and cable TV.

Quotes

  • We're living in a world where the only thing that's consistent is change, and the only thing that's predictable is the unpredictable. The one thing that you can control is your costs. If you can control your costs, you can control your destiny.
  • I'm not a big fan of government mandates. I think the marketplace should dictate what we do.
  • We're seeing a shift in terms of the way people are consuming services, and that's a bit of a challenge, but it's also an opportunity.

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