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Synonyms & Antonyms of decoration
1
something that decorates or beautifies
- traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree
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2
something given in recognition of achievement
- an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations
Synonyms for decoration
- accolade,
- award,
- blue ribbon,
- distinction,
- honor,
- kudo,
- plume,
- premium,
- prize
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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 26 Sep. 2021.
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The first known use of decoration was in 1585
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