decorative
adjective
dec·o·ra·tive
ˈde-k(ə-)rə-tiv 
ˈde-kə-ˌrā-
: serving to decorate
especially
: purely ornamental
decoratively
adverb
decorativeness
noun
Examples of decorative in a Sentence
We added some decorative details to the room.
The handles are decorative and practical.
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The tissue paper can protect ornaments and other decorative items from damage.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Its fittings are believed to be not just decorative, but likely to have a practical purpose.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2025
Rinse out spoiled oil bottles and repurpose them as stylish storage or decorative accents around your home.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for decorative
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“Decorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decorative. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.
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decorative
adjective
dec·o·ra·tive
ˈdek-(ə-)rət-iv
ˈdek-ə-ˌrāt-
: serving to decorate : ornamental
decoratively
adverb
decorativeness
noun
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