ORNAMENTAL Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˌȯr-nə-ˈmen-tᵊl

Definition of ornamental

as in decorative

serving to add beauty the trim on Victorian houses is sometimes elaborately ornamental

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noun

as in ornament

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest a collection of fragile ornamentals kept in a glass cabinet

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Recent Examples of ornamental

Adjective

Landscape Add 3 to 4 inches of straw mulch to landscape plants like roses, ornamental shrubs, and hydrangeas and remove it in the spring. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 29 Oct. 2026 From gorgeous blooms and ornamental fruits to colorful fall foliage, these flowering trees add seasonal flourishes for beautiful gardens all season long. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026

Noun

Late-Modern architect focuses on a sleek design with minimal ornamentals. — Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026 While this group of pathogens has an extensive range of hosts, it is often observed on woody ornamentals—viburnum or rhododendron, for example—and trees like dogwood or maple. — Emily Leahy, Hartford Courant, 7 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ornamental

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornamental

Adjective

Nothing can up the ambiance on a front porch quite like flickering candlelight, and these decorative metal lanterns will keep it safe and contained, all while adding an elegant touch to any decor style.

— Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
The restrictions put a temporary end to washing cars at home, filling residential pools, non-essential power washing and operating decorative water features.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of decorative

Noun

There is also a personalization element, with customers able to have a festive ornament engraved or a greeting card written in calligraphy.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
There’s also a glass Bearista ornament, plush bag charm, an Owala Bearista water bottle, and a glass mug.

— Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of ornament

Noun

Unlike cheap novelty lasers, the Pococo relies on swappable, scientifically accurate optical discs to cast high-fidelity snapshots of the cosmos across your walls and ceiling.

— Paul Brett, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2026
If novelty is throttled at the plan level, the system can keep broad capabilities like internet access while doing only what was reviewed.

— Binny Gill, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of novelty

Noun

The town of Moab is just over 25 miles away and is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, browse the boutiques for Utah souvenirs, or stop for a sweet treat.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
There are enough puns on signs and souvenirs to exhaust a middle schooler.

— Harry Bruinius, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of souvenir

Noun

Still, within Newsom’s announcement today lies some pretty shiny baubles for an ailing West Coast industry that has seen production crater and over 50,000 jobs directly lost over the past six years.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026
Board presentations, black-tie weddings, nights on the town—there’s pretty much nothing these baubles can’t do.

— Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of bauble

Noun

Arrow Rock Antiques & Mercantile is stocked with vintage knickknacks and home decor items.

— Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026
Décor To complement wall art, look for knickknacks and small décor items, such as statues, decorative trays, faux plants, and ceramic pieces.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of knickknack

Noun

His work can be both a million-dollar trophy and a teenager’s trinket.

— Julie Brener Davich, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2026
The scented trinkets are presented in a keepsake box that looks like a magical toolkit—as good a place as any to stash makeup tools once the new year begins.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of trinket

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