nonutility

/nɑnjuːtɪlɪti/ (non-oo-til-i-tee)

Definitions

1. noun

A service or facility that is not essential or necessary for the functioning of a system or organization.

“The new gym in the neighborhood is considered a nonutility in the community’s infrastructure.”

Synonyms

  • amenity
  • auxiliary

Antonyms

  • essential
  • necessity