as in ornaments
something that decorates or beautifies
the only adornment in the sparely furnished bedroom was a small portrait of the poet Walt Whitman
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Recent Examples of adornments
This manifested in both organic and ornate shapes, real and faux hair adornments and billowing embellishments collected from nature.
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Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Fleetwood wore a silk blazer with several silver adornments and accessorized the look with a pair of bracelets on his right arm and a wide gold wedding band on his left hand.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
From subtle additions to broadening landscaping strategies and adornments that are easy on the eye, these tips can make a big difference in a small space.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
This particular bed set is handmade with leather, wood, suede and brass adornments.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
The ring was created by designer Jean Schlumberger and served as a more casual alternative to Jackie's more dazzling adornments.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Instead, these timeless adornments can fit into everyday life.
—Malana Vantayler, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
So, The Mirror is more about fresh adornments than drastic reinvention.
—Dean Van Nguyen, Pitchfork, 27 Feb. 2026
Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Fleetwood wore a silk blazer with several silver adornments and accessorized the look with a pair of bracelets on his right arm and a wide gold wedding band on his left hand.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
From subtle additions to broadening landscaping strategies and adornments that are easy on the eye, these tips can make a big difference in a small space.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
This particular bed set is handmade with leather, wood, suede and brass adornments.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
The ring was created by designer Jean Schlumberger and served as a more casual alternative to Jackie's more dazzling adornments.
—Emma Banks, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026
Instead, these timeless adornments can fit into everyday life.
—Malana Vantayler, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
So, The Mirror is more about fresh adornments than drastic reinvention.
—Dean Van Nguyen, Pitchfork, 27 Feb. 2026
Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adornments
Noun
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Make Your Own Art Make time for Sunspots Studios, a glassblowing studio where visitors can catch a live demonstration and choose some beautiful glass to take home, such as ornaments, vases, hummingbird feeders, and jewelry.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Create a sculpture trail by adding unique plant pedestals and pots as well as sculptures and glass lawn ornaments.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
10 May 2026
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The receptionist works behind a period cabinet converted into the sort of desk Philip Marlowe would happily put his feet on and Art Deco ornamentations abound, from the beautiful clocks, to the slightly sinister candlesticks.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Festival offers many ways to get involved, such as entertainment, food vendors, sponsorships, marketing, children’s activities, logistics and decorations.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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The excitement is already evident with flags, jerseys, trophies and other decorations lining the inside and outside of shops and restaurants near Roosevelt Avenue.—
Luis Miguel Echegaray,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Adornments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adornments. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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