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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
Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Crawford, 59, wore an embellished off-the-shoulder gold gown and styled her hair similarly to her daughter's.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
At the Casamigos Halloween Party, the singer wore an embellished Dodgers baseball uniform, a replica of the ensemble Elton John wore for his concerts at Dodger Stadium in 1975.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
The Sequin Skirt Incorporate everyday preciousness into your rotation with an embellished midi and deep V-neck sweater.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
For a fuss-free display, surround your embellished watering can with an assortment of gourds in a variety of sizes.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Gerber opted for a romantic Givenchy dress with a lace top and sheer embellished skirt, while Pullman dressed up in a bow tie and tuxedo.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Kylie, meanwhile, wore a striking white halterneck cut-out Elisabeth Franchi dress with a sheer floor-length skirt and white pointed pumps, teamed with Lorraine Schwartz embellished earrings.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Curtains that are heavily embellished, hand-dyed, or very delicate may need professional cleaning by the dry cleaner.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
Other Greek writers further embellished the tale.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
The cream gown is embellished with ruffles galore—tracing the contours of the bodice and skirt, not to mention its diaphanous frilly sleeves.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2025
In London, Di Petsa recreated the look of sandy beaches with two tan denim frocks, embellished with frayed seams and hems.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Some cultures’ memories extend back to the deep past, handed down, repeated, and embellished over thousands of years.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Moore accented her beautifully fit look with a matching satin clutch and high jewelry by Cartier, including a necklace embellished with diamond and rubies set in platinum.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
The shoes retail for $945 and are available in tan, and are also offered in a variety of styles and designs like an embellished strass version.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Crawford, 59, wore an embellished off-the-shoulder gold gown and styled her hair similarly to her daughter's.
—Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 4 Nov. 2025
At the Casamigos Halloween Party, the singer wore an embellished Dodgers baseball uniform, a replica of the ensemble Elton John wore for his concerts at Dodger Stadium in 1975.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
The Sequin Skirt Incorporate everyday preciousness into your rotation with an embellished midi and deep V-neck sweater.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
For a fuss-free display, surround your embellished watering can with an assortment of gourds in a variety of sizes.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2025
Gerber opted for a romantic Givenchy dress with a lace top and sheer embellished skirt, while Pullman dressed up in a bow tie and tuxedo.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
And at this year’s World Athletics Championships, the Three Stripes on his electric green shoes were embellished with pearls.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Kylie, meanwhile, wore a striking white halterneck cut-out Elisabeth Franchi dress with a sheer floor-length skirt and white pointed pumps, teamed with Lorraine Schwartz embellished earrings.
—Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025
Curtains that are heavily embellished, hand-dyed, or very delicate may need professional cleaning by the dry cleaner.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 Nov. 2025
Other Greek writers further embellished the tale.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
The cream gown is embellished with ruffles galore—tracing the contours of the bodice and skirt, not to mention its diaphanous frilly sleeves.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2025
In London, Di Petsa recreated the look of sandy beaches with two tan denim frocks, embellished with frayed seams and hems.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Some cultures’ memories extend back to the deep past, handed down, repeated, and embellished over thousands of years.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Moore accented her beautifully fit look with a matching satin clutch and high jewelry by Cartier, including a necklace embellished with diamond and rubies set in platinum.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embellished
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Finasteride, prescribed for hair loss or enlarged prostate, and bicalutamide, used in prostate cancer treatment, can shift testosterone’s effects and allow breast tissue to grow.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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For those who develop enlarged hemorrhoids during pregnancy, the discomfort can feel especially impossible to ignore.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The decorated soccer played added several snaps of him and Harper embracing one another throughout the years, including an adorable photo of Harper as a toddler with a pacifier in her mouth hugging David.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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However, the shorter, decorated sword likely wasn’t functional.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
5 May 2025
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The dip in play has been exaggerated, but the Chiefs do need more.—
Sam McDowell
November 7,
Kansas City Star,
7 Nov. 2025
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Machado also pushed back on suggestions that Venezuela’s role in drug trafficking had been exaggerated to support the argument of those calling for regime change.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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During the celebration, Kendall was presented with a white birthday cake adorned with black ribbons, white candles and shot bottles of 818 tequila (her alcohol brand).—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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The facade is adorned with the brand’s signature cannage pattern, while inside there is Versailles parquet flooring similar to the Dior flagship at 30 Montaigne, the house’s historic address.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The embroidered panel involves a staggering 440,000 stitches.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
22 Oct. 2025
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Lace slips and embroidered skirts stood out as favorites.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Travelers booking in the first-class car enjoy padded seating at a table and a vintage interior enhanced with Christmas decor.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
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At eight episodes, most running over 50 minutes, Down Cemetery Road feels consistently padded and, especially in its first half, the momentum meanders in frustrating ways.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Set on just over an acre, this 5-bedroom residence delivers that timeless Cape Cod design but draped in big-time luxury.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Here, thousands of those funnels merge into a single, multilayered structure draped across the cave's walls, where thousands of individuals live peacefully side by side in overlapping webs.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The stretched body improves aerodynamics while giving the car a sleek, understated appearance.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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America’s health care system is straining under the twin pressures of an aging population and a stretched pool of health care providers.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Embellished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embellished. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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