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CONTRIVANCES Synonyms

There are 11 synonyms of the word contrivances. (exact relations)
There are 12 hypernyms of the word contrivances. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for CONTRIVANCES

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contraption
nounn
noun

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

appliance
nounn
noun

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

• durable goods for home or office use

convenience
nounn
noun

• the state of being suitable or opportune

• the quality of being useful and convenient

• a toilet that is available to the public

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

devisal
nounn
noun

• the act of devising something

dodge
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade

• a quick evasive movement

• a statement that evades the question by cleverness or trickery

verb

• make a sudden movement in a new direction so as to avoid

• move to and fro or from place to place usually in an irregular course

• avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

gadget
nounn
noun

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

gismo
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

gizmo
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

lash-up
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• any improvised arrangement for temporary use

stratagem
nounn
noun

• a maneuver in a game or conversation

• an elaborate or deceitful scheme contrived to deceive or evade

widget
nounn
noun

• something unspecified whose name is either forgotten or not known

• a device or control that is very useful for a particular job

Best Hypernyms For CONTRIVANCES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for contrivances, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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