DECORATIVE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

decorative

adjective

ˈde-k(ə-)rə-tiv

Definition of decorative next

as in ornamental

serving to add beauty a necklace of decorative flowers was planted along the path to the cottage

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Recent Examples of decorative Also uncovered were architectural structures like a public bathhouse, decorative mosaics from a Roman villa, and high-tech water systems. —

Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 11 May 2026 The hardwood floors throughout are nicely maintained with thin beams and decorative borders. —

Katie McDonough, Curbed, 11 May 2026 The 19th-century façade, original cast-iron columns, and decorative cornices are intact, while the interiors pair a contemporary sensibility with the historic framework. —

Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026 Keep Everything Within Reach The assortment of items the couple chooses to display on the built-ins is both decorative and functional. —

Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for decorative

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decorative

ornamental

Adjective

Crops like amaranth, chives, rainbow chard, red lettuces and sweet potatoes will add lovely ornamental value to beds, borders and containers before working a second shift on your dinner plate.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 May 2026
As part of the celebration marking the return of the Preakness, the colors of the race’s winner were painted onto the ornamental weather vane at Pimlico Racecourse for the first time.

— Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026