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How does the verb accoutre contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of accoutre are appoint, equip, furnish, and outfit. While all these words mean "to supply one with what is needed," accoutre suggests the supplying of personal dress or equipment for a special activity.

fully accoutred members of a polar expedition

When would appoint be a good substitute for accoutre?

The meanings of appoint and accoutre largely overlap; however, appoint implies provision of complete and usually elegant or elaborate equipment or furnishings.

a lavishly appointed apartment

When could equip be used to replace accoutre?

The synonyms equip and accoutre are sometimes interchangeable, but equip suggests the provision of something making for efficiency in action or use.

a fully equipped kitchen

In what contexts can furnish take the place of accoutre?

The words furnish and accoutre can be used in similar contexts, but furnish implies the provision of any or all essentials for performing a function.

a sparsely furnished apartment

When is it sensible to use outfit instead of accoutre?

While in some cases nearly identical to accoutre, outfit implies provision of a complete list or set of articles as for a journey, an expedition, or a special occupation.

outfitted the family for a ski trip

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for accoutre
Verb
  • East meets west at the Setai Miami Beach, where rooms are furnished in teak woods and an Asian art deco design.
    AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
  • Only one apartment; huge, but richly furnished, and the nervous owner wanted $200 per month.
    John Updike, New Yorker, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • The fresh sneaker treats a beloved On silhouette to Loewe’s high-end designer sensibilities and is equipped with signature Speedboard technology capable of boosting runners’ speed while doling out all-day comfort, as well as a cushy Zero-Gravity foam midsole that absorbs impact.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 23 July 2025
  • Each building is projected to cost between $3.5 and $4 million and will come equipped with high-level security cameras, keypad locks, and motion detectors.
    India Roby, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2025
Verb
  • While ratings have dipped over the past few years, in line with the vast majority of other shows, MasterChef still averages a consolidated 28-day audience of more than 3M viewers, according to Barb data supplied by overnights.tv.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 18 July 2025
  • On the production side, Rae made sure to assemble the right crew to supply heat behind the boards with beats from Swizz Beatz, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League and Nottz throughout the 17-track album.
    Michael Saponara, Billboard, 18 July 2025
Verb
  • Beyond that is a kitchen outfitted with shaker-style cabinetry, an eat-in island, and top-tier appliances, as well as a dining and sitting area, a guest bedroom, and a full bath.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 July 2025
  • The Crooked Rail, outfitted with large oak tables and leather seating will serve Mine Hill Distillery bourbon and rye, craft cocktails of all kinds, and craft beer and wine from Connecticut.
    Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 16 July 2025
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“Accoutre.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accoutre. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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