Amenity and Essential

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Amenity noun - Something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary.

Usage example: we don't need an expensive hotel with all the amenities—just a place to sleep

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Essential is an antonym for amenity.

Essential noun - Something necessary, indispensable, or unavoidable.

Usage example: the essentials for success include a willingness to work and the right attitude

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Amenity is an antonym for essential.

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