GARNISHMENTS Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

garnishments

noun

plural of garnishment

as in ornaments

something that decorates or beautifies a high-end caterer whose dishes feature an array of over-the-top garnishments

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Recent Examples of garnishments 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 In these cases, debt collectors can use tools, like lawsuits, garnishments and levies, to try to recover what they're owed. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 June 2026

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Noun

Liberty was founded by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in 1875 and has always been a vast curiosity shop selling ornaments, fabrics, furniture and art from around the world.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
Saleh sometimes leads painting workshops where participants can decorate items like ornaments and lampshades.

— Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Definition of ornaments

Noun

Efe Aydar, the architect and interior designer behind the project, explained that the old hotel’s various ornamentations were stripped away.

— Anya von Bremzen, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The receptionist works behind a period cabinet converted into the sort of desk Philip Marlowe would happily put his feet on and Art Deco ornamentations abound, from the beautiful clocks, to the slightly sinister candlesticks.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026

Definition of ornamentations

Noun

With this system, the GOKO M6 can spot, identify, and accurately avoid over 200 object types, including people, pets, decorations, furniture, and toys.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 July 2026
Our very own Senior Editor of Content Development has already started receiving reports of Halloween decorations in the wild.

— Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of decorations

Noun

Biles stepped out in a red wine and metallic dress designed by DO LONG, detailed with gem-like adornments and dramatic tulle.

— Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.

— Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 27 June 2026

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