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
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.
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Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pinning her veil beneath the knot allowed the two adornments to not overlap.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
At the show's afterparty, Browne and his models—some still wearing the metallic hair adornments from the show—loosened up a bit as a DJ positioned in one corner of the tent attempted to manifest Latifah with a quick mix of her hits.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
There was no sour cream, avocado or other adornments, just spicy meat in a soft tortilla.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Finish off the look with chunky gold earrings to match the adornments on the bag.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s been a good couple years for adornments or accessories that amplify characterization.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pinning her veil beneath the knot allowed the two adornments to not overlap.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
At the show's afterparty, Browne and his models—some still wearing the metallic hair adornments from the show—loosened up a bit as a DJ positioned in one corner of the tent attempted to manifest Latifah with a quick mix of her hits.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
There was no sour cream, avocado or other adornments, just spicy meat in a soft tortilla.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Finish off the look with chunky gold earrings to match the adornments on the bag.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s been a good couple years for adornments or accessories that amplify characterization.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adornments
Noun
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Callahan's of Calabash is the place for nautical gifts, tees, homemade fudge, and Christmas ornaments.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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Stones that fail Brown’s checks become ornaments for the home or garden, scrap pieces of granite are turned into bottle stops, cheese boards and coasters.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The holiday is typically celebrated with a big carnival with purple, gold and green decorations.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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The white-tablecloth service transforms the casual diner into a romantic destination featuring festive decorations and a specialty menu.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Adornments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adornments. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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