EMBELLISHMENT Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

embellishment

noun

im-ˈbe-lish-mənt

Definition of embellishment

as in ornamentation

something that decorates or beautifies a colorful mobile is just the embellishment that the soon-to-be nursery needs

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as in exaggeration

the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts the actor's penchant for embellishment suggests that his memoirs would be more appropriately shelved in the fiction section

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Recent Examples of embellishment The collection features embellishments by Swarovski crystals along with embroidery with metallic thread and graphics that are inspired by hand painting. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 Maximalism made its comeback, as embellishments, graphic tees and structured bras dominated many of the buzziest offerings, pushing past seasons’ minimalist tilt to the wayside. — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 In the Season 2 trailer, which was released on October 7, Kardashian’s character Allura Grant is seen wearing a black velvet hood with giant rhinestone scorpion embellishments on the front. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for embellishment

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Noun

Known colloquially as the Flower Mosque, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi draws its botanical inspiration not from its overall form but from its sumptuous ornamentation.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
And brands like Cecilie Bahnsen and Dries Van Noten have reinvented the sporty shoe into something more like a collectable via unique and beautiful ornamentation.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of ornamentation

Noun

Hours at a time isn’t an exaggeration, especially since the 14S lasted a jaw-dropping 38 hours and 29 minutes in our video testing, which is the kind of endurance coffee shop dwellers can only dream about.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026
While that’s an exaggeration by Cole’s lofty standards, one thing is certain with the playoffs nearing.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of exaggeration

Noun

The image could be found on T-shirts, hats, billboards, beer bottles, Christmas ornaments and even adorned the cover of several books written about the championship season.

— Mark Long, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Oct. 2026
The 25-piece set features porcelain ornaments inspired by the classic characters.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of ornament

Noun

Conversations around racial caricature have evolved; what was edgy feels painfully passé.

— Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
As is the case with most election cycles, the claims and counterclaims about the ballot measures being voted on in California this time around are largely based on caricatures of the measures themselves.

— Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of caricature

Noun

Related research into tattoos that detect changes in the body also highlights the potential for tattoo technology to serve purposes beyond decoration.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
Workers restored the oak floors and the mahogany central staircase and paneling, while employees scoured Europe for antique decorations and furniture.

— Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of decoration

Noun

Rich color, decoration, and texture are returning — lace, embroidery, sequins — but they are integrated into lightweight fabrics, softer colors, and relaxed silhouettes.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
The oversize everyday bag continues to dominate, particularly in supple suede finishes, while mini and micro bags remain relevant through playful interpretations featuring embroidery, charms and decorative details.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of embroidery

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Davis appeared in a Nevada court on Tuesday for his sentencing in the case, with the judge handing him 20 years to life for first-degree murder and 20 years to life for a deadly weapon enhancement.

— Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
The sentence includes a 20-year mandatory enhancement for profiting off the murder, Judge Carli Kierny told the court.

— Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2026

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