DECORATIONS Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

decorations

noun

plural of decoration

as in ornaments

something that decorates or beautifies traditionally the family puts lots of decorations on and around the Christmas tree

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as in awards

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

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Recent Examples of decorations The Grinch and the Cat in the Hat are evergreen in their relevance in pop culture, memes, Halloween costumes and holiday decorations. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2026 These decorations also adorn the top shelves in the store, out of visitors' reach, while tee shirts, scarves and jerseys branded with the different Hogwarts factions fill the hangers below. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 This year, campers were able to conduct science experiments with candy and slide down a sugar rush water slide, all while surrounded by lollipops and Candyland decorations. — Madeline Burke, CBS News, 30 July 2026 Water from wedding decorations and a fire extinguisher were used to put the fire out. — Sean Joseph Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 With this system, the GOKO M6 can spot, identify, and accurately avoid over 200 object types, including people, pets, decorations, furniture, and toys. — New Atlas, 20 July 2026 Around the space are Chicago Fire decorations, sign-up sheets, contests and team merch for sale. — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026 Despite this, the discoveries made by Hashesh’s team prove that the weapons owned by some of ancient Egypt’s royal women weren’t simply ornamental decorations. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 July 2026 Upstairs is Rex Cafe, a sunlit room filled with large comfy seating, area rugs, plants, and vintage decorations on the wall. — Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026

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Noun

The giant, 10,000-pound mammals provided meat, fat, hide, and bones for building structures, as well as ivory for tools, art, and ornaments.

— Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 July 2026
Liberty was founded by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in 1875 and has always been a vast curiosity shop selling ornaments, fabrics, furniture and art from around the world.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026

Definition of ornaments

Noun

Creator Dan Erickson’s popular show has stacked up 51 awards for its stellar performances, directing, and cinematography.

— Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Cho has also frequently supported LGBT rights and has won awards for her humanitarian efforts on behalf of women, Asians, and the LGBT community.

— Big Think, Big Think, 31 July 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

Efe Aydar, the architect and interior designer behind the project, explained that the old hotel’s various ornamentations were stripped away.

— Anya von Bremzen, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The receptionist works behind a period cabinet converted into the sort of desk Philip Marlowe would happily put his feet on and Art Deco ornamentations abound, from the beautiful clocks, to the slightly sinister candlesticks.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of ornamentations

Noun

If multiple participants remain after Week 18, each remaining participant will receive the foregoing prizes.

— The Athletic, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
There will be local vendors, live music, face painting, games and prizes, giveaways and community resources and, of course, gelato.

— Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of prizes

Noun

The look was completed with custom boots with a slouchy shaft and buckle adornments from vegan Korean accessories brand Stand Oil.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
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

Definition of adornments

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The response has poured in through a parade of international accolades and enduring global success.

— Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Davido has lived his entire adult life in public, and has weathered celebration, scrutiny, controversy, warranted criticism, deserved accolades, and unimaginable loss under a microscope.

— Ivie Ani, VIBE.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of accolades

Noun

He was named the Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year and drew preseason All-American honors.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones earned MVP honors off the bench with 22 points, 13 rebounds and 8 assists, narrowly missing just the second triple-double in All-Star Game history.

— Lindsey Darvin, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

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