Synonyms of garnishment

garnishment

noun

ˈgär-nish-mənt 

as in ornament

something that decorates or beautifies

a high-end caterer whose dishes feature an array of over-the-top garnishments

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ornament
• ornamentation
• decoration
• garnish
• setoff
• adornment
• garniture
• trim
• embellishment
• frill
• doodad
• glitter
• beautifier
• embroidery
• embellisher
• caparison
• frosting
• apparel
• filigree
• enhancement
• furnishings
• improvement
• enrichment
• flounce
• flourish
• finery
• design
• ruffle
• froufrou
• blazonry
• bells and whistles
• pattern
• appliqué
• frippery
• emblazonry
• chichi
• gilt
• embossment
• fancywork
• furbelow
• foofaraw
• fal-lal
• trappings
• bric-a-brac
• regalia
• figure
• bedizenment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disfigurement
• scar
• blemish
• stain
• spot
• defacement
• blot

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of garnishment

Depending on state law and the circumstances, a judgment can give a creditor access to collection tools such as wage garnishment, bank account levies or property liens. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Defaulting on your student loans can tank your credit score and trigger even more serious consequences, including wage garnishment. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 27 July 2026

Once entered, creditors may pursue a range of remedies that vary by jurisdiction, including liens, garnishments, turnover orders and, in many states, charging orders against partnership or LLC interests. — Caroline Farah Lembck, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

The company is often a good choice for taxpayers dealing with significant tax debt, active collection actions such as wage garnishments or bank levies, or multiple years of unresolved IRS issues. — Adam Palasciano, USA Today, 17 July 2026