DECKING Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

decking

verb

Definition of decking

present participle of deck

as in decorating

to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming deck the halls with boughs of holly

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Recent Examples of decking Keep in mind that running decking at an angle may require closer joist spacing. — Caitlin Sole, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 July 2026 According to Jodi Lee, senior vice president of marketing for Trex, a composite decking company, there’s also a shift toward natural and versatile color palettes for pool decking. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The shower has a separate door which opens onto the decking and pool—ideal for pre- and post-swim bathing (and avoiding water tracking in the suite). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026 That could mean adding a slight pitch to the decking material or leaving small gaps between boards for water to pass between them. — Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026 Bethenny fully customized a Ford Bronco for her daughter's birthday gift, decking it out in a custom light-pink wrap. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026 That’s way more equitable than decking because not everyone has a yard, let alone a space to put up a deck. — Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026 Summer jewelry calls for playful shell motifs, decking out your ankles, and embracing the season's most carefree trends. — Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 24 May 2026 There is also a sinking slope decking display simulating the 15-degree angle that the ship sank, at 15-minute intervals, for visitors to climb upon. — Gregory Harutunian, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decking

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There’s something new — and very blue — decorating the downtown San Jose skyline.

— Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
Consider decorating your bookshelf with fewer, larger pieces.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 23 July 2026

Definition of decorating

Verb

Aside from the art adorning the bakeware and towels, Yeh’s lifestyle and personality are also infused into the assortment’s physical design.

— Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026
Nature fanatics can take part in the weekly garden walk to identify the tropical plants and fruits adorning the property.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026

Definition of adorning

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From Madame Grès and Gianni Versace to today’s couture runways, designers have long looked to Grecian legacy — including draping, sculptural silhouettes, metallic finishes and goddess glamour — as the ultimate inspiration.

— Alex Badia, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
He was arrested on charges of invoking the national flag in his performances, including in a photo published by state run newspaper Granma which depicted the artist brushing his teeth while draping the flag around his waist like a bath towel.

— News Desk, Artforum, 21 July 2026