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as in decorated
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as in exaggerated
to add to the interest of by including made-up details
the story of the comic marriage proposal was embellished as it passed from one generation to the next in the family
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as in adorned
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the walls of the French restaurant are embellished with scenes of Parisian life
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Recent Examples of embellished
Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Gwyneth Paltrow dazzled in a sleeveless black Givenchy gown featuring a sheer bodice with a plunging V-neckline and lace overlay along with an embellished tea-length tulle skirt.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Prada’s drawstring skirts and embellished pumps.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Already known for her skin-baring fashions, Kardashian took her style to the next level in a catsuit made out of sheer and embellished lace that showed her SKIMS bra underneath.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Pfeiffer stuck to a pearl theme for premiere night and wore a mid-length black Oscar de la Renta dress, fully embellished with pearls.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
An example of fine British craftsmanship of the time, the gown was made from the finest silk available, sourced from Spitalfields in East London, and embellished with fine Honiton lace produced in Devon.
—Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
Labrum presented a global outlook with block-print denim suits and dark wash denim coordinates embellished with oversized brooches and unconventional hardware.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
Craftsmanship allowed brands to present looks that were embellished with feathers, sequins, laces and intricately detailed and the fabrics research — at Bottega Veneta, among others — resonated with retailers.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
The European flax bedding comes embellished with a crocheted seam just above the ruffled edge and looks like it was plucked right out of a Victorian trousseau.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Feb. 2026
They’ve been embroidered with rhinestones and embellished with studs and crystals.
—Héloïse Salessy, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2026
Leland and Riordan’s reactive approach to the work of a beloved composer, embellished only with timbre and junk percussion, places a cornerstone of American popular and classical music within their weirdo experimental purview.
—Aly Eleanor, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Cue the embellished velvet cuissardes and retro little pumps that are no stranger to women of the ‘80s who loved a power dressing moment.
—Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Gwyneth Paltrow dazzled in a sleeveless black Givenchy gown featuring a sheer bodice with a plunging V-neckline and lace overlay along with an embellished tea-length tulle skirt.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Prada’s drawstring skirts and embellished pumps.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Already known for her skin-baring fashions, Kardashian took her style to the next level in a catsuit made out of sheer and embellished lace that showed her SKIMS bra underneath.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 3 Feb. 2026
At the center of it all, Yerin Ha radiates in a shimmering empire waist gown, silver gloves, and an embellished mask.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
The model—who last walked the runway at Paris Fashion Week during the Marine Serre Spring/Summer 2023 show—paired the diaphanous design with an unusual black sleeveless vest that was embellished with white buttons.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Pfeiffer stuck to a pearl theme for premiere night and wore a mid-length black Oscar de la Renta dress, fully embellished with pearls.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Mar. 2026
An example of fine British craftsmanship of the time, the gown was made from the finest silk available, sourced from Spitalfields in East London, and embellished with fine Honiton lace produced in Devon.
—Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 3 Mar. 2026
Labrum presented a global outlook with block-print denim suits and dark wash denim coordinates embellished with oversized brooches and unconventional hardware.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
Craftsmanship allowed brands to present looks that were embellished with feathers, sequins, laces and intricately detailed and the fabrics research — at Bottega Veneta, among others — resonated with retailers.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
The European flax bedding comes embellished with a crocheted seam just above the ruffled edge and looks like it was plucked right out of a Victorian trousseau.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 Feb. 2026
They’ve been embroidered with rhinestones and embellished with studs and crystals.
—Héloïse Salessy, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2026
Leland and Riordan’s reactive approach to the work of a beloved composer, embellished only with timbre and junk percussion, places a cornerstone of American popular and classical music within their weirdo experimental purview.
—Aly Eleanor, Pitchfork, 19 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embellished
Adjective
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In the enlarged vision of the classics slowly taking shape in the American academy, Yanxiao has found an intellectual foothold.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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Maddix was born by emergency C-section with an enlarged heart that was causing a laundry list of other medical problems.—
Libby Smith,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The decorated skier suffered back-to-back injuries in the last month.—
Yi-Jin Yu,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Long overshadowed by his more decorated co-star, Brown is emerging as a legitimate NBA MVP candidate as the season’s halfway mark approaches.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
4 Jan. 2026
Verb
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There are some who worry that the transformative power of AI in health care might be exaggerated, at least based on what’s in use now.—
Emily Brindley,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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Critics say the company's goals are far-fetched and its claims exaggerated.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The website’s background is now adorned with a grid of T’s.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Constructed out of poplar timber, the openings are festooned with gingerbread details handpainted and adorned by Wally Whitehurst.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.—
Timothy Latterner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Feb. 2026
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Along with embroidered chambray shirts and poplin button-downs, the standalone boutique features a dreamy lineup of books, linen napkins, and vintage accessories to complement your Wyoming attire.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.—
Wendy O'Dea,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Bags include a maxi tote and padded backpack with laptop pocket.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
25 Feb. 2026
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And fortunately for Payton, Paton and company, this early 2026 draft class is padded with strengths in areas where the Broncos could stand to grow.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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On the other side of the living area was my and my husband’s room, with a king bed draped in netting, an en-suite bathroom with two stone sinks, live-edge wood counters, and a rain shower with a large window to outside, and a larger terrace with a hammock.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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During spring, the small town is draped in daffodils and temperatures are mild.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Embellished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embellished. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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