as in decorative
serving to add beauty
adorning garlands of greenery can be seen all over the mansion at Christmastime
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as in decorating
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the Sultan's tent was richly adorned with thick tapestries and gleaming gold candlesticks
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Recent Examples of adorning
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Fans have also indulged in a more modern Scottish tradition, adorning statues in both cities with traffic cones.
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Elmira Aliieva,
NBC news,
27 June 2026
The beats are so thunderous that, Cassidy recalls, the historic paintings adorning the walls had to be doubly secured to prevent them from falling off.
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David Browne,
Air Mail,
27 June 2026
The white button-down and black mini skirt combination is a classic pairing that's taken to the next level with rose-adorning pumps and bright red ankle socks.
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Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Instead, the designer recommends adorning your living room with an array of fixtures, ranging from chandeliers to sconces to table lamps to floor lamps.
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Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
After adorning the classic sneaker with various flower details including roses, cherry blossoms and bluebells, a new trio of women’s Air Force 1s is blooming at the brink of summer.
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Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
Residents assemble altars at the thresholds of their homes, adorning them with prized heirloom linens, and step into stockings, underskirts, petticoats, and blouses that have been painstakingly hand-stitched and preserved across generations.
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Catherine Tansey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Kansas Citians are feeding into the excitement with events, decorations and more adorning the city.
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Zuri Primos
june 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
Verb
The timing of this stellar event is especially striking given that this aurora forecast also happens to coincide with the rising of the full Strawberry Moon, adorning the night sky Monday evening.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 June 2026
Fans have also indulged in a more modern Scottish tradition, adorning statues in both cities with traffic cones.
—
Elmira Aliieva,
NBC news,
27 June 2026
The beats are so thunderous that, Cassidy recalls, the historic paintings adorning the walls had to be doubly secured to prevent them from falling off.
—
David Browne,
Air Mail,
27 June 2026
The white button-down and black mini skirt combination is a classic pairing that's taken to the next level with rose-adorning pumps and bright red ankle socks.
—
Ariel Bielsky,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Instead, the designer recommends adorning your living room with an array of fixtures, ranging from chandeliers to sconces to table lamps to floor lamps.
—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
24 June 2026
After adorning the classic sneaker with various flower details including roses, cherry blossoms and bluebells, a new trio of women’s Air Force 1s is blooming at the brink of summer.
—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
Residents assemble altars at the thresholds of their homes, adorning them with prized heirloom linens, and step into stockings, underskirts, petticoats, and blouses that have been painstakingly hand-stitched and preserved across generations.
—
Catherine Tansey,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
Kansas Citians are feeding into the excitement with events, decorations and more adorning the city.
—
Zuri Primos
june 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adorning
Adjective
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In Nevada in 2021, lawmakers passed a law banning decorative grass.
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Ornate features like pocket doors, decorative fireplaces and a Juliet balcony enhance the space.
Verb
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Angela, a high-strung perfectionist, spends the day meticulously preparing dinner and decorating the apartment for the impromptu gathering.
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The test, Craig said, is whether the partnership produces something real for fans rather than just decorating the shirt.
Adjective
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Because its founders, the Faro family, built a small empire in Sicily from an ornamental plant business that grew into one of the largest Mediterranean plant nurseries in Europe, exporting more than 5,000 varieties to 60 countries.
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These stunning ornamental shrubs showcase flower heads in a dazzling array of colors, including vibrant purples, charming pinks, and serene blues that bloom across various climates.
Verb
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Iyo launched into her comeback, draping Morgan’s arm over the top rope before hitting a missile dropkick.
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The halter style left most of her back exposed, draping crystal and pearl-like embroidery across her shoulder blades, waist and hips.
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“Adorning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adorning. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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