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widget Synonyms
Another word for widget
Choosing another word for widget depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A modular, interactive graphical user interface (GUI) element, such as a button, scrollbar, or small self-contained application displayed on a screen.
Usage Example
"The developer added a live weather forecast applet to the dashboard of the mobile application."
Strong
applet
control
plugin
add-on
Weak
module
• noun (Context 2)
A small mechanical device or manufactured item, typically used as a placeholder name when the specific name is unknown, forgotten, or irrelevant.
Usage Example
"The assembly line is capable of producing thousands of identical metal widgets every hour."
Strongest
gadget
gizmo
Strong
contraption
doohickey
thingamajig
thingamabob
doodad
whatchamacallit
gimmick
device
• noun (Context 3)
An abstract or hypothetical manufactured good used as a generic example in economic models, business courses, and supply chain analyses.
Usage Example
"In the textbook example, students must calculate the marginal cost for a factory to produce one additional commodity."
Strong
commodity
product
Weak
item
unit
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Widget. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/widget