as in residences
the place where one lives
welcome to my humble abode
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of abodes
Cattle, deer and other large herbivores disturb the abodes of bacteria.
—
Hannah Kinzer, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Frette is another name in Italian linens to know that’s been decorating iconic Mediterranean interiors since 1860, including the abodes of actual royalty.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
The standouts, though, are that trio of secluded abodes.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Flying into Nepal is something more and more travelers are doing as parts of the region open up to tourism and exciting new hotels like the Shinta Mani Mustang cut their ribbons, offering luxe abodes where intrepid trekkers can rest in comfort.
—Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
People are taking color drenching to the next level by applying it to their home's exterior, giving their abodes a fresh, statement-making look.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Speaking of humble abodes, Ivy Cottage is just down the road from Nottingham Cottage, a 1,324-square-foot property nicknamed Nott Cott that was made famous thanks to a visit from Oprah Winfrey.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The neighborhood also has a distinct housing style, with many abodes being shotguns, featuring side passages, or boasting brick-and-wood frames.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Built by Kenzo in 1993 and redesigned in 2018 by architect Kengo Kuma & Associates, it has long been reputed as one of the French capital’s most stylish and surprising abodes.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Hannah Kinzer, The Conversation, 25 Mar. 2026
Frette is another name in Italian linens to know that’s been decorating iconic Mediterranean interiors since 1860, including the abodes of actual royalty.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
The standouts, though, are that trio of secluded abodes.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Flying into Nepal is something more and more travelers are doing as parts of the region open up to tourism and exciting new hotels like the Shinta Mani Mustang cut their ribbons, offering luxe abodes where intrepid trekkers can rest in comfort.
—Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Feb. 2026
People are taking color drenching to the next level by applying it to their home's exterior, giving their abodes a fresh, statement-making look.
—Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 19 Feb. 2026
Speaking of humble abodes, Ivy Cottage is just down the road from Nottingham Cottage, a 1,324-square-foot property nicknamed Nott Cott that was made famous thanks to a visit from Oprah Winfrey.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The neighborhood also has a distinct housing style, with many abodes being shotguns, featuring side passages, or boasting brick-and-wood frames.
—Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Built by Kenzo in 1993 and redesigned in 2018 by architect Kengo Kuma & Associates, it has long been reputed as one of the French capital’s most stylish and surprising abodes.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abodes
Noun
-
The rooms Properties range from traditional two-story, three-bedroom villas with shingle roofs to modern hilltop residences that wouldn’t be out of place in Beverly Hills.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
-
Johnson’s ordinance also permitted them by right in areas across the city zoned for multiunit residences and some business and commercial districts.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Last week, councilmembers approved expanding the number of miniature dwellings at a homeless shelter on Roseville Road, with Councilmember Lisa Kaplan casting the sole opposing vote.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
30 Mar. 2026
-
In Europe at least, most people lived in single-room dwellings without windows and families all slept in the same bed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the grounds, the spa has the same haute-hippie vibe as the houses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
-
To be sure, America is short by multiple millions of houses.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
At least 12 residents have been displaced after a three-alarm fire heavily damaged five homes in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood, according to Pittsburgh Public Safety.—
Garrett Behanna,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
-
Homeownership is high in this area, with 84% of residents owning their homes.—
Chase Jordan
March 30,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The rooms Properties range from traditional two-story, three-bedroom villas with shingle roofs to modern hilltop residences that wouldn’t be out of place in Beverly Hills.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
-
The 87-year-old brick building, crowned with a cupola, lacks the electrical infrastructure and air filtration system required in modern labs, and scientists there have been contending with leaking roofs and mold.—
Angela Eichhorst,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Abodes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abodes. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
