Amenity

Amenity refers to a useful feature or facility of a property or location.

Definition

An amenity is a desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

American English:

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈmɛnəti/
• Respelling: uh-MEN-uh-tee

British English:

• IPA Pronunciation: /əˈmiːnɪti/
• Respelling: uh-MEE-ni-tee

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word "amenite", from the Old French "aménité", based on Latin "amoenitas", from "amoenus" which means 'pleasant'.

Derivatives

1. Amenities
2. Amenity-rich
3. Unamenity
4. Overamenity
5. Amenity-filled

Synonyms

1. Facility
2. Convenience
3. Feature

Antonyms

1. Inconvenience
2. Disadvantage
3. Nuisance

Usage

• Residential properties often advertise various amenities to attract potential renters or buyers.
• Modern office buildings are equipped with amenities such as gyms, lounges, and cafes for their employees.

Related Terms

• Features
• Utilities
• Facilities
• Services
• Conveniences

Related Terms

• Infrastructure: The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
• Utility: The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.
• Luxury: The state of great comfort and extravagant living.

Detailed Definition

Noun:

• Feature or facility: A desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place.

Example: "The property boasts numerous amenities like a gym and a swimming pool."

• Pleasantness: The pleasantness or attractiveness of a place or environment.

Example: "The amenity of the coastal town attracted tourists from all over."