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adjective

Definition of embroiderednext
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as in padded

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as in embossed

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verb

past tense of embroider
as in exaggerated
to add to the interest of by including made-up details Dad likes to embroider his fishing stories

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Recent Examples of embroidered
Adjective
The embroidered panorama depicting the last successful invasion of England goes on public display at the British Museum this week, back on British soil for the first time since the 11th century. — ABC News, 7 Sep. 2026 The Babygirl actress’s tie-neck dress was embellished with a silky bow on the ruched drop-waist design and covered in red and pink embroidered roses. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 7 Sep. 2026
Verb
Wearing our matching navy-blue pajamas with our names embroidered over the SeaDream logo, my son and I tucked into our savory, satisfying midnight snack. — Amanda Eyre Ward, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026 The blurry photo features Langley showing off her toned body in a yellow string bikini with Palm Trees embroidered on them. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for embroidered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidered
  1. padded
  2. embossed
  3. exaggerated
  4. embellished
  5. fringed
  6. colored
  7. enlarged
  8. sequined
Adjective
  • TopDesign Puffer Tote Bag The TopDesign machine-washable bag has nine pockets, including a padded laptop sleeve, quick-access slots, and a matching makeup pouch.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The bar locks the padded restraint into place over the rider’s lap and upper legs.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of padded
Adjective
  • The collection introduces two men’s styles in embossed polished black and rich wine leather, adding a textured finish to the loafer.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The embossed side gives a little physical exfoliation for those who prefer (and can tolerate) it, but the pads can also be placed directly on areas that need extra attention and left on like a mini sheet mask.
    — Jenny Jin, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of embossed
Verb
  • Raad found images on Reddit posted by braggadocious soldiers from around the world, and then exaggerated the size and changed the color of their inscriptions.
    — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has repeatedly framed settler violence in the West Bank as the work of a few dozen fringe youths and said its scale has been exaggerated.
    — Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of exaggerated
Adjective
  • As if the dress on its own was enough to evoke the butterfly theme, Bassett’s hero accessory was an embellished butterfly clutch bag by Judith Leiber.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Raye Raye, who is set to perform solo as well as during a tribute to George Michael, sparkled on the carpet in an embellished Georges Hobeika dress.
    — Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of embellished
Adjective
  • In addition to the restaurant and bars, there’s a rooftop pool surrounded by sunny yellow fringed umbrellas, comfy daybeds, and a profusion of plants.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The special effects team has done terrific work re-creating his body down to the creature’s fringed lashes.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of fringed
Verb
  • Kushner, in a fury, devised the salacious revenge plot that has colored his reputation ever since.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
  • The debris tossed into the pool cooled the water temperature and allowed orange and yellow-colored bacteria to grow, altering the spring's clear blue appearance.
    — Sadie Chafe, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of colored
Adjective
  • Banijay was in Cannes last week unveiling its new look business following the All3 merger, which saw Banijay Group and RedBird IMI talking 50% stakes in an enlarged business that is now the largest independent producer in the world.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Each lancet carries a flexible valve that moves within an enlarged chamber, or bulb, where venom collects before being expelled.
    — Mike McRae October 12, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of enlarged
Adjective
  • Yellows, oranges and more cascaded throughout the dress, with sequined pieces elevating the look further.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • His snout looks a bit like a sequined fabric, and his whiskers are brilliantly colored.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of sequined

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