decoration

noun

ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce decoration (audio)
Definition of decorationnext
1
as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree

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2
as in award
something given in recognition of achievement an army veteran proudly wearing his old military decorations

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Recent Examples of decoration Each room is styled with lighting, rugs, accessories and wall decorations, according to the news release. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 Well, James organized a Halloween party later that year that included decorations referencing the comeback from 3-1 down, and tombstone cookies with Curry and Klay Thompson’s names on them. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 For the furniture and decorations, many pieces were bought at local flea markets. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 The new space still has those light yellow walls, green chairs and funky decorations customers know and love. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for decoration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for decoration
  1. ornamentation
  2. award
  3. ornament
  4. prize
  5. adornment
  6. accolade
  7. honor
Noun
  • Other examples of ornamentation include the scalloped crown molding in the entry hall and colorful tiling on risers of steps down to the south side of the house.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • The rear fenders are muscular without being bulky, and the tail has a clean, modern appearance that avoids excessive ornamentation.
    — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of ornamentation
Noun
  • Both are well in the hunt for the World Cup’s Golden Boot award, having scored crucial winning goals for their countries almost every step of the way.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Chung recently received her first award from the National Institutes of Health for a research project to understand how genetically identical cells respond differently to stimuli, such as treatments or environmental cues.
    — Rachel Martin, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026
Definition of award
Noun
  • The gallery posted a photo of the ornament on Instagram earlier this week.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
  • Saleh sometimes leads painting workshops where participants can decorate items like ornaments and lampshades.
    — Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Definition of ornament
Noun
  • However small, titles can still come loaded with stars or prizes.
    — John Hopewell, Variety, 14 July 2026
  • Nearly 500,000 other Powerball tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $4 to $100,000, the lottery said.
    — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of prize
Noun
  • Biles stepped out in a red wine and metallic dress designed by DO LONG, detailed with gem-like adornments and dramatic tulle.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
  • Doechii’s version included contrasting brown and gold reptilian-print material as well as beads, sequins and tassel adornment.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 June 2026
Definition of adornment
Noun
  • Artists and productions here have earned two Pulitzer Prizes, 22 Tony Awards, and more than 160 Jeff Awards, among other accolades.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • After hearing all his accomplishments and accolades from his 40+ year career, Yoshiki is taken aback in disbelief.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of accolade
Noun
  • Back in February, the guild bestowed its top film honors on Frankenstein — which went on to win Best Makeup & Hairstyling at the Academy Awards — Sinners and One Battle After Another.
    — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 14 July 2026
  • The Daytime Emmy Awards nominations come on the heels of IndieWire winning Best Website at this June’s SoCal Journalism Awards, the second year in a row the website received the honor.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 14 July 2026
Definition of honor

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“Decoration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decoration. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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