ornamentation

noun

or·​na·​men·​ta·​tion ˌȯr-nə-mən-ˈtā-shən 

-ˌmen-

1

: something that ornaments : embellishment

2

: the act or process of ornamenting : the state of being ornamented

Synonyms of ornamentation

• decoration
• ornament
• adornment

Examples of ornamentation in a Sentence

A bright ribbon was used for ornamentation.

a ballroom with elaborate ornamentation

Recent Examples on the Web

Clad in pine paneling, the cabins go light on ornamentation, instead emphasizing the surrounding landscape. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Master model designer Milan Madge incorporated metallic gold elements and raised textures to capture the original's rich ornamentation and depth. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Be Mindful of Trim and Detail Lastly, don’t forget to consider ornamentation, such as trim, when choosing throw pillows to coordinate with your rug. — The Spruce, 13 July 2026

Other examples of ornamentation include the scalloped crown molding in the entry hall and colorful tiling on risers of steps down to the south side of the house. — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1706, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for ornamentation

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration