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

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Recent Examples of decorations For the furniture and decorations, many pieces were bought at local flea markets. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026 Red, white and blue bunting is a staple of patriotic parades and front-porch decorations. — Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026 Each room is styled with lighting, rugs, accessories and wall decorations, according to the news release. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 Clean gutters and drains, inspect roofs for loose or damaged materials, trim trees and secure outdoor furniture and decorations. — Stephen Hauptman, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2026 Fueled in part by social media and onboard competition, increasingly over-the-top decorations have led Disney Cruise Line to set new rules. — Hannah Sampson, Washington Post, 27 June 2026 On Monday, June 29, multiple trucks were spotted outside the famous arena with workers loading equipment, grass and other decorations inside. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 People in costumes marched alongside floats with advertisements and extravagantly patriotic decorations. — Nolan Rogalski, The Providence Journal, 5 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

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Noun

Hallmark and Disney will also release a collection of goodies inspired by the movie, including greeting cards, ornaments, gifts, gift wrap and other unique products.

— Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
These popular plants are superb, long-lasting garden ornaments.

— Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 27 June 2026

Definition of ornaments

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

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Eternal valor is on the line, along with cash prizes and a sequined belt.

— Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 4 July 2026
That’s not to mention an upcoming summer of local and national festivities that promises fireworks, parades, bands, speeches, prizes, and commemorative everything, from postage stamps and coins to musical compositions.

— Brenda Wineapple, The New York Review of Books, 4 July 2026

Definition of prizes

Noun

When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.

— Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 27 June 2026
Elk and bear tooth pendants were also common items of ornamentation, and important community members were buried with those adornments.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 June 2026

Definition of adornments

Noun

Their food might be the first mention in Talat’s many accolades, but their bar program can’t be ignored.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Chosen by chefs, industry professionals and journalists and announced in Milan at the end of June, The Best Pizza Awards are not the only recent accolades for local pizza spots.

— Connie Ogle July 3, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

Definition of accolades

Noun

Having earned top honors in Stakes company in four consecutive years, Hit Show has been a warrior.

— Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
In fact, Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger not only wore the green dot in 2025 but was eventually rewarded with Defensive Rookie of the Year honors for his efforts.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026

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