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
  • The ornament features a groom wearing a top hat and a bride wearing a crown.
    — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 15 July 2026
  • The gallery posted a photo of the ornament on Instagram earlier this week.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Definition of ornament
Noun
  • Around the space are Chicago Fire decorations, sign-up sheets, contests and team merch for sale.
    — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026
  • This breakfast recipe is deliciously easy—a quick stir-together batter, a simple edible decoration, and a light dusting of powdered sugar.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of decoration
Noun
  • Master model designer Milan Madge incorporated metallic gold elements and raised textures to capture the original's rich ornamentation and depth.
    — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Other examples of ornamentation include the scalloped crown molding in the entry hall and colorful tiling on risers of steps down to the south side of the house.
    — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of ornamentation
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“Embellisher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embellisher. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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