chiefly British
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living bedrooms at the English country inn are filled with 18th-century charm, while the bathrooms have all the mod cons that 21st-century tourists demand

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Recent Examples of mod con Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388). Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons. Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024 Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388). Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel. Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025 As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons. Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024 Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024 At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats. Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023 Full-size comfort, every mod con, over-the-top presence, and effortless power. cleveland, 8 Oct. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod con
Noun
  • That moment of clarity in Tokyo became the beginning of KNC Beauty, a clean skincare brand that has earned placement at luxury retailers without ever making a traditional sales pitch.
    Sughnen Yongo, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
  • The 680-foot tower is crowned by 166 luxury Ritz-Carlton residences, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with city and harbor views.
    Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • Florida’s Coral Reef provides more than $355 million a year in flood protection benefits to buildings and preserves nearly $320 million in annual economic activity.
    Rafe Pomerance, Sun Sentinel, 6 July 2025
  • Although cow’s milk is more commonly consumed and has also shown immune benefits, it was not used as a control or comparator.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 July 2025
Noun
  • Airlines have notoriously started blurring the once-firm line between economy and first class with mid-level classes offering different creature comforts.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2025
  • Enchanted by the notion of falling asleep under the stars with a fresh mountain breeze, but not so jazzed on setting up a tent, digging a hole when nature calls or sacrificing creature comforts like an actual mattress?
    Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • The standout amenity at Numu is arguably the rooftop pool, which is lined with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a lovely garden that overlooks the surrounding historic buildings.
    Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
  • Each family is tasked with navigating the challenges that come with living off the land without any modern amenities.
    Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 15 July 2025
Noun
  • For example, a financial institution's agreement with clients may remove its obligation to actively screen payments in favor of faster payment processing, a convenience many businesses seek.
    Sunny Banerjee, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • Despite the convenience, not all customers are on board.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • Although Pazzi is gone, the need for automation in food service continues to grow.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2025
  • The weather service warns that in hilly terrain, there are hundreds of low-water crossings that are potentially dangerous in heavy rain.
    Austin American Statesman, Austin American Statesman, 6 July 2025

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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.

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