filigrees 1 of 2

plural of filigree

filigrees

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of filigree

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for filigrees
Noun
  • Normally, the family — which includes children Gage, 18; Mason, 20; and Sydney, 22 — celebrates Christmas with ornaments passed down from the children's grandparents.
    Angelika Ytuarte, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Trump has since added more portraits in more opulent and baroque frames, and added decorative ornaments in shiny gold (including wall finials, fireplace accents and a row of vessels where greenery used to be).
    Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In Italy, Antonio Marras combined rugged denim with delicate lace and embroideries.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Fendi’s timeless style presents a new, comfortable one-shoulder maxi bag and a Peakaboo with an interior embellished with embroideries.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Trump has already made some other changes at the White House, like golden adornments in the Oval Office and a new patio in the Rose Garden, both of which mirror the aesthetic of his Florida estate, Mar-a-Lago.
    Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Staple embellishments like feathers, sequins and crystals galore were still profusely deployed to telegraph Rizza’s signature penchant for feminine, statement adornments.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Flame graphics and rhinestone embellishments are used across men’s and women’s styles.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In her stunning debut, The Waterbearers, Sasha braids the stories of three generations of Black single mothers—her grandmother, her mother, and herself—with portraits of leading Black women figures in American culture.
    G'ra Asim September 16, Literary Hub, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The nightwear ensemble was, of course, bedazzled with purple faux fur cuff trims.
    Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Antique or fragile glass items may also shatter under heat, and glassware finished with metallic trims or decorations can cause sparks or fires.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Watching the chef’s precise knife work, orchestrated movements, and delicate placement of garnishes (including caviar) to each of the 16 courses enhanced the fantastic experience.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
  • The chili verde is great on its own, with or without the optional garnishes.
    Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The skate laces Kirill Kaprizov untied following the Minnesota Wild’s morning skate on Friday were white.
    Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Filigrees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filigrees. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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