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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The gold, pink and light pink balloons included decorative cut-outs of Hello Kitty.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Owners are easily able to entertain groups of 10 or more in the corner living room, which also features a decorative ceiling display accented by a modern light fixture.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
The gold, pink and light pink balloons included decorative cut-outs of Hello Kitty.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
The flawless redesign integrates historic decorative elements with contemporary touches.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026
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 29 Jan. 2026.
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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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