1
2
as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
the twins each made an accommodation: Jane agreed to Joan's pink curtains and Joan agreed to Jane's purple rug
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in amenity
something that adds to one's ease of living
a village that wants to attract tourists but doesn't even provide public accommodations for their sanitary needs
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation
an accommodation to changing economic conditions will be necessary if the church is to remain open
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of accommodation
An applicant whose offer was conditioned on on-site work and who claims, improbably, the only reasonable accommodation for their particular disability is remote work may face early dismissal of a lawsuit challenging withdrawal of the offer.
—
Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2025
Promoted by influencers including Bella Hadid and Hailey Baldwin, the event saw a great many problems involving accommodation, security and medical services, as well as food, as evidenced by a famous cheese sandwich.
—Peter White, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
Weed-friendly accommodations are plentiful and budget-friendly, averaging just $161 per night.
—Tribune Content Agency, Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2025
Cupra provided flights from Washington to Miami and accommodation so Ars could drive its cars and attend the Miami ePrix.
—ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for accommodation
Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2025
Promoted by influencers including Bella Hadid and Hailey Baldwin, the event saw a great many problems involving accommodation, security and medical services, as well as food, as evidenced by a famous cheese sandwich.
—Peter White, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2025
Weed-friendly accommodations are plentiful and budget-friendly, averaging just $161 per night.
—Tribune Content Agency, Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2025
Cupra provided flights from Washington to Miami and accommodation so Ars could drive its cars and attend the Miami ePrix.
—ArsTechnica, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for accommodation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodation
Noun
-
Two pieces of hotel and lodging guidance were pulled back.—
Kenya Hunter,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Apr. 2025
-
Weekday travelers can expect better rates on lodging, more availability, and their pick of ocean-view suites or cozy cliffside cottages.—
Cliff Lewis,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
There's also great uncertainty as Trump seeks negotiations with China and begins talks with other counties whose larger tariffs were delayed by 90 days.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
-
The Treasury secretary has led negotiations with Japan and other nations to try and broker trade agreements.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Like most other public amenities, in the early and mid-20th Century, many National and State Parks were long off-limits to Black people owing to Jim Crow laws.—
Jerel Ezell,
Time,
22 Apr. 2025
-
The airline has family-friendly amenities that are included in the original ticket price.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
There will be a note in Chelsea’s accounts — as there was this year in relation to the hotel sales — detailing if an adjustment has been made to the price.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
-
Smith, who turned 20 last month, played the wing the last few months of the season, helping his adjustment to the NHL.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
In 2018, Francis’ papacy saw another historic development: a joint accord between China and the Vatican agreed to a compromise on the appointment of bishops, a sign of willingness to share Catholic authority.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
25 Apr. 2025
-
The laws of war are premised on the possibility of a compromise.—
Colin Jones,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Hotel is a luxury resort located along the serene mangroves, offering a peaceful escape while still being close to the action of the downtown.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
-
That sort of showboating elicits laughs from TV audiences, partly because today's younger shoppers are spending less on pricey goods and more on luxury experiences.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Gain Real-World Skills Faster Modern employers seek initiative, creative solutions, and adaptation—attributes not typically developed in entry-level roles.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
-
And then, last September, Grant Heslov and George Clooney asked her to participate in a two-day workshop for their forthcoming adaptation of their 2005 film Good Night, and Good Luck.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
With the convenience of direct-from-warehouse fulfillment, customers skip the hassle of third-party delays, backorders, or vague tracking updates.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
-
As a staple in the Ford Fleet, the Mustang delivers comfort, convenience and power to the consumer for an excellent value.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
19 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share