facilities (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /fəˈsɪlətiz/

Definition

Buildings, services, or equipment provided for a particular purpose, such as for a sport, leisure activity, or business.

Examples

• The hotel offers a range of leisure facilities, including a spa and a gym.

• The new research center is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.

• Many public parks provide basic facilities like restrooms and picnic areas.

How to Use facilities

facilities for (prepositional phrase)

Buildings or services provided for a specific purpose or group of people. — "The stadium has excellent facilities for disabled spectators."

lack of facilities (collocation)

Not having enough of the necessary buildings, services, or equipment. — "The rural school suffered from a severe lack of facilities."

provide facilities (collocation)

To make buildings, services, or equipment available. — "The government promised to provide better healthcare facilities."

Synonyms of facilities

Words with a similar meaning to facilities:

• amenities
• equipment
• infrastructure
• provisions

Antonyms of facilities

Words with the opposite meaning to facilities:

• deficiencies
• shortages

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