utilitarian
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Metal, leather and rhinestones adorn Aslan World’s first showroom in the Arts District, reflecting the brand’s slogan: Utilitarian maximalism designed for a new world.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025
Utilitarian features — such as toggles and strange box platforms — were used subtly but with aplomb.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2022
Utilitarian philosophers generally advocate seeking the greatest happiness for the largest number of people.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
Writers like Jordan Weissman at Slate and Jacob Canfield at the Hooded Utilitarian have asserted that Charlie Hebdo is racist.
From Salon • Jan. 11, 2015
Give man liberty, said the Utilitarian Radicals, and he will work out his own salvation: from the play of individual self-interest, social harmony will result.
From Thomas Carlyle Famous Scots Series by Macpherson, Hector Carsewell
Vocabulary lists containing utilitarian
300 Most Difficult "SAT" Words
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Power Suffix: -arian
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Importance of Being Earnest
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
