as in decorations
something that decorates or beautifies
added a garnish of parsley to the plate before serving it
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as in decorates
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
a chef who never served any dish without first garnishing it
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Recent Examples of garnishes
Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Unsurprisingly, the meal ended with ice cream, served without toppings or garnishes.
—Alex Halberstadt, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with garnishes.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
According to the report findings, over three-quarters of survey participants (76 percent) value heightened, memorable experiences, as bars embrace edible pearls, metallic garnishes, fire presentations, and high-drama glassware.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
They can be used as garnishes on salads, potatoes, and egg dishes too.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Serve the soup hot with garnishes.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
Use nuts, seeds, and other protein sources as garnishes.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025
One thing HelloFresh taught me that surprised me was how much small garnishes like lemon, scallions, and parsley can make a difference.
—Brittany Loggins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Dec. 2025
The Know, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
Noun
This soup is smoky, spicy, and creamy, but garnishes like cilantro, sour cream, and radishes add great flavor and texture.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
Unsurprisingly, the meal ended with ice cream, served without toppings or garnishes.
—Alex Halberstadt, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Ladle the chili into bowls and serve with garnishes.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 4 Feb. 2026
According to the report findings, over three-quarters of survey participants (76 percent) value heightened, memorable experiences, as bars embrace edible pearls, metallic garnishes, fire presentations, and high-drama glassware.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 31 Dec. 2025
They can be used as garnishes on salads, potatoes, and egg dishes too.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Serve the soup hot with garnishes.
—Karla Walsh, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025
Use nuts, seeds, and other protein sources as garnishes.
—Brittany Lubeck, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025
One thing HelloFresh taught me that surprised me was how much small garnishes like lemon, scallions, and parsley can make a difference.
—Brittany Loggins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Dec. 2025
Verb
In a fairly brief novel, Huneven garnishes the story with surprises, detailing her characters with precision and a sure hand.
—The Know, Denver Post, 7 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishes
Noun
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Too Much Holiday Decor Kober advises against going all in with holiday decorations, keeping things relatively subtle instead.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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Keep your table decorations low and minimal; this way, your guests can all reach the bead bowls in the center of your table and pass them around easily.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The iconic Burberry pattern, which is known as the Burberry Check, decorates the sole of the shoe, adding more brand identity to the shoes.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Ink decorates her hands and wrists, poking out from under the sleeves of her gray cashmere cardigan.—
Nicola Dall'Asen,
Allure,
5 Feb. 2026
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Discovery tales → Archaeologists uncovered a 1,000-year-old tomb containing gold chest plates, ear ornaments and other elite burial treasures.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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There were no ornaments, no photos, no paintings.—
Josh Ireland,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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My favorite Italian/Italian American cookbooks The famous recipe for pinwheel lasagna that adorns the cover is one of my go-to dishes.—
Jamila Robinson,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 Feb. 2026
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Walk a bit deeper inside, and a collage of memories adorns a wall near their kitchen.—
Zach Dennis,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Dec. 2025
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Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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The bed drapes in Will and Agnes’ room are made, and have an orangey red color.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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The ring was created by designer Jean Schlumberger and served as a more casual alternative to Jackie's more dazzling adornments.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Instead, these timeless adornments can fit into everyday life.—
Malana VanTayler,
USA Today,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Trusting the reader trims needless words.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
10 Mar. 2026
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As the United Nations inevitably trims its support for sustainable development, Asia is going to have to find a replacement source of capital.—
Naina Subberwal Batra,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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For the uninitiated—and those without this excellent Instagram on your Explore page—the Sciura is a Milanese woman who dresses elegantly and impeccably.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Mar. 2026
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Middleburg also dresses to the nines for the holiday season, with festivities kicking off the first weekend of December during a multiday affair known as Christmas in Middleburg.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Garnishes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishes. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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