decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act or process of decorating

2

: something that adorns, enriches, or beautifies : ornament

3

: a badge of honor (such as a U.S. military award)

Synonyms of decoration

• ornamentation
• ornament
• adornment

Examples of decoration in a Sentence

The vase has a fancy decoration on one side.

a plain sweater knit without decoration

He's a genius at home decoration.

a unique style of decoration

He received a decoration from the President.

Recent Examples on the Web

The other three reminisced about their former colleague, Cher, who worked the polls for many years and always brought seasonal decorations for the tables with her. —Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026

The forms and decorations of these items matched those found at other Yaz sites, such as Kuchuktepa and Yaztepa, clarifying who built this advanced urban center. —Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 6 Apr. 2026

As the first to debut back in 2021, the Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan just kicked off its 5th anniversary celebration on March 18, featuring exclusive meet-ups, decorations, merchandise, and food. —Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2026

Seasonal and holiday decorations are especially popular thrift store finds, particularly during the fall and winter months, says Pinto. —Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing decoration

• for decoration
• interior decoration

Rhymes for decoration

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Kids Definition

decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌdek-ə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act or action of decorating

2

: something that decorates or beautifies : ornament

holiday decorations

3

: a badge of honor (as a medal, cross, or ribbon)