adornment

noun

adorn·​ment ə-ˈdȯrn-mənt 

1

: the action of adorning : the state of being adorned

2

: something that adorns

Synonyms

• ornamentation
• decoration
• ornament

Examples of adornment in a Sentence

the adornment of the walls with her paintings

Her room doesn't have any unnecessary adornments.

The entrance to the building has little adornment.

Recent Examples on the Web

These adornments, notably in creams and black, iterate on the overarching theme of personality dressing for the season, while still appealing to minimalists who’ve outgrown the ultra simplicity of quiet luxury. —Madeline Fass, Vogue, 31 July 2025

Shea Diamond’s makeup is a delightful blend of colorful, dreamy and playful —every hair adornment, rhinestone and winged liner stroke declaring power, visibility, and femme brilliance. —Essence, 27 June 2025

Her finale look was fun, festive and a lot more embellished with its sparkly adornments, feather trimming and low-cut back. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 13 June 2025

Each piece in this collection includes a stone adornment—as a lid-opener or handle—that transforms utilitarian objects into jewelry for your table. —Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 11 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English adornement, borrowed from Anglo-French aurnement, from aurner, adourner "to adorn" + -ment -ment

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

adornment

noun

adorn·​ment ə-ˈdȯrn-mənt 

1

: the action of adorning : the state of being adorned

2

: something that adorns