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

Some Christians have different opinions on the right date, but the Twelfth Night of Christmas is traditionally when decorations come down. —Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025

Secure large or inflatable holiday decorations. —Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 Dec. 2025

In addition to her spooky season content, which focuses on both DIY-friendly decorations and party planning tips, Blackwell also delivers big on Christmas. —Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025

His grandmother got some gifts, too, including a $3,500 check to help care for Carlos, and Christmas decorations for their home. —Todd Feurer, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2025

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)