NO-FRILLS Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

no-frills

adjective

ˈnō-ˈfrilz

as in spartan

providing only the essentials and nothing fancy or luxurious a low-cost, no-frills vacation during which we camped out and cooked our own meals

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Recent Examples of no-frills Solid, consistent and the epitome of a no-nonsense, no-frills, common-sense goalkeeper. —

Tim Spiers, New York Times, 26 May 2026 From a new wave of design-forward hotels, to no-frills seaside villages, wild nature, scenic islands and an art and culture scene that is having a moment, the Var is on the cusp of a moment of its own. —

Monica Mendal, Vogue, 25 May 2026 This no-frills recipe includes sweet pickle relish in the filling. —

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026 For no-frills sushi and an extensive bar, Umaizushi delivers. —

Kate Williams, AJC.com, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for no-frills

Recent Examples of Synonyms for no-frills

Adjective

My take → For a $16 billion company, PR has a shockingly spartan website.

— Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 3 June 2026
The service, though less than efficient, is delivered with unfailing Midwestern goodwill; rooms are spartan but have pampering touches such as heated bathroom floors and beds as soft as ermine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026