Synonyms of bells and whistles

bells and whistles

plural noun

as in emblazonry

Synonyms & Similar Words

• emblazonry
• apparel
• frosting
• filigree
• ornament
• trim
• decoration
• ornamentation
• adornment
• finery
• setoff
• embellishment
• flourish
• garnish
• improvement
• froufrou
• blazonry
• chichi
• frippery
• garnishment
• flounce
• enhancement
• frill
• ruffle
• garniture
• enrichment
• doodad
• fal-lal
• beautifier
• caparison
• bric-a-brac
• foofaraw
• appliqué
• embroidery
• embellisher
• glitter
• fancywork
• embossment
• furbelow
• gilt
• design
• furnishings
• bedizenment
• pattern
• trappings
• regalia
• figure

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• scar
• disfigurement
• blemish
• spot
• stain
• blot
• defacement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bells and whistles

Paul Hanson was browsing for a used truck in 2023 with a specific checklist in mind: power locks and cruise control, but not too many bells and whistles. —Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025

The spawns and bells and whistles are tied to the venue. —Gieson Cacho, The Mercury News, 21 Feb. 2025

Although affluent travelers have traditionally selected luxury hotels and opulent resorts as their preferred choice of accommodations, secluded villas and opulent suites with all the bells and whistles have recently become popular among ultra-high-net-worth individuals. —Roger Sands, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025

There’s something distinctly old-world about his sensibility: the flamboyant style and fashion-model cheekbones, the unabashed showmanship of his live performances, his reliance not on production bells and whistles but the sheer force of his voice. —Liam Hess, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2025