embellisher

noun

Definition of embellishernext
as in ornament
something that decorates or beautifies that simple dress is beautiful by itself and doesn't need any embellishers

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  1. ornament
  2. decoration
  3. ornamentation
Noun
  • There is also a personalization element, with customers able to have a festive ornament engraved or a greeting card written in calligraphy.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • There’s also a glass Bearista ornament, plush bag charm, an Owala Bearista water bottle, and a glass mug.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of ornament
Noun
  • Connie’s cakes, one carrot and one chocolate, took way too long to bake, and so her decoration turns out to be a little rudimentary.
    — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The addition of silver, gold, and white decorations completes the timeless look and adds festive shine.
    — Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of decoration
Noun
  • Skeletons have long served as sacred ornamentation across cultures, representing the transience of life.
    — Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The cotton canvas jacket offers a very simple silhouette with little to no ornamentation—perfect for a minimalist wardrobe.
    — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of ornamentation
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“Embellisher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embellisher. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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