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commissary Synonyms

Another word for commissary

Choosing another word for commissary depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A store for the sale of food, groceries, and equipment, especially one located on a military post, in a logging or mining camp, or inside a correctional facility.

Usage Example

"Families stationed on the base do most of their weekly grocery shopping at the canteen."

Strong
canteen
post exchange
Weak
suttlery

• noun (Context 2)

A restaurant or dining hall for employees within a workplace, especially at a movie or television studio.

Usage Example

"The cast and crew gathered in the studio cafeteria to eat lunch between scenes."

Strong
cafeteria
canteen
dining hall
mess hall

• noun (Context 3)

An official or deputy appointed by a superior to carry out a specific duty or exercise delegated authority, especially within a church or government.

Usage Example

"The bishop appointed a trusted deputy to oversee the remote parish during his absence."

Strong
deputy
delegate
emissary
commissioner
representative

• Nearby Words

commiseration
commish
commissar
commissary
commission
commissioner
commissionership

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Commissary. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/commissary
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