decorative

adjective dec·o·ra·tive \ ˈde-k(ə-)rə-tiv , ˈde-kə-ˌrā- \

|Updated on: 14 Jun 2018

Examples: decorative in a Sentence

Definition of decorative

: serving to decorate; especially : purely ornamental

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decoratively

adverb

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decorativeness

noun

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Examples of decorative in a Sentence

We added some decorative details to the room.
The handles are decorative and practical.

Recent Examples of decorative from the Web

Sharing something sentimental in a more decorative way is a tasteful way to enjoy it daily.

— kaitlyn yarborough, Southern Living, "What Does It Really Mean To Have Southern Taste?," 8 June 2018
Or buy your favorite products in large quantities to save money, and decant into decorative containers for your shower or counter top.

— jennifer adams, Philly.com, "Ask Jennifer Adams: Spa-inspired product storage when you think there's none," 8 June 2018
The impressive facility was itself a conclusion of an exhaustive planning and construction process, delayed by decorative decisions and designs exacted by managing partner Joshua Harris’s wife, multiple sources told SI.com.

— jake fischer, SI.com, "Sixers Should Follow Sam Hinkie's Process When Finding Bryan Colangelo's Successor," 7 June 2018
There are Indian artifacts, decorative screens and artwork throughout as well as private rooms and dining nooks for gatherings big and small.

— jane donahue, Naperville Sun, "Indian Harvest brings savory cuisine to the suburbs," 6 June 2018
Kocis took batting practice Sunday morning at Mulcahy and was put to work later in the day hanging up decorative tarps that display photos of Glacier Pilots who made it to the major leagues.

— beth bragg, Anchorage Daily News, "Alaska’s boys of summer are back, and they begin playing baseball Tuesday," 5 June 2018
Arrange the fruit slices in a decorative pattern on top of the almond cream, then gently fold the border over the filling, folding and pinching the dough (the fruit at the center will be exposed).

— San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Peach Crostata with Almond Cream," 30 May 2018
Inside is equally eye-catching with even more decorative details — the best (and oldest) German Rathskeller is the highlight.

— emily hines, Indianapolis Star, "See Indianapolis from a new perspective with these 7 postcard-worthy sites," 22 May 2018
In the most recent project, volunteers discovered decorative shingles on the side of the early 1900s Dutch colonial home as well as a porch window, both hidden underneath vinyl siding, said Paul Bednar, a Gifford Park Association board member.

— gloria casas, Elgin Courier-News, "'Buried treasures' unveiled as volunteers restore historic Elgin home," 19 May 2018

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