ARABESQUE Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

arabesque

adjective

Definition of arabesque

as in rococo

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Recent Examples of arabesque Bettina followed these in 1971 with a group of wooden sculptures and line drawings exploring similar arabesque shapes. — Katherine Rochester, Artforum, 1 Apr. 2026 The 20-meter pool with its eight columns of arabesque marble create a striking centerpiece for enjoying a treatment with Augustinus Bader products—or for simply taking a swim beside the 19th-century replicas of classical statues. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 July 2025 The decor is decidedly beachy — twisted abaca chairs, linen cushions and curtains, and arabesque tile floors that immediately cool your feet when coming inside from the nearby beach. — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2025 The gold is entirely carved by hand and features detailed ornamental designs of arabesque garlands and elements of the Calatrava cross, all of which take more than 100 hours to engrave. — Rebecca Suhrawardi, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2024 See All Example Sentences for arabesque

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The palazzo is rococo — the architect restored it and put modern Italian furniture inside.

— Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2025
To become Edna, Humphries would put on a mauve wig, an increasingly rococo pair of eyeglasses and a glittering gown that screeched conspicuous consumption.

— Ben Brantley, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2023

Definition of rococo

Adjective

Their friendship and mutual admiration produced something that neither had made before, with Rostam’s meticulous production framing Leithauser’s enormous vocal range across doo-wop, country rock, baroque pop, folk and torch song territory.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 17 Sep. 2026
Dutch interior designer Wim van de Oudeweetering gave the interiors their distinctive, almost baroque character, layering rich fabrics, patterned walls, jewel tones, and theatrical details throughout.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of baroque

Adjective

When diners first enter the restaurant, they’re greeted by a grand, ornate handwashing bar to encourage them to wash their hands before and after dining.

— Emily Rella, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
The outfit features a top and skirt with ornate beading, sequins, and embroidery.

— Tim Chan, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of ornate

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Although garden mums are considered hardy to Zone 5, breeders have developed fall mums with big mounds of showy flowers that may not be as cold-hardy as in the past.

— Lynn Coulter, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2026
Alliums Many people are surprised to find out that our good old culinary onion (Allium cepa) has a tremendous number of very showy cousins that are grown as ornamental bulbs.

— Paul Cappeillo, Louisville Courier Journal, 11 Sep. 2026

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