Synonyms of ornamentation

ornamentation

noun

ˌȯr-nə-mən-ˈtā-shən 

as in decoration

something that decorates or beautifies

didn't care for Victorian houses and all of their ornamentations

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ornamentation

Scenes from the Old and New Testaments unfold across its length, set within an elaborate decorative scheme inspired by Roman ornamentation. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 26 June 2026

The pop-up will display 20 pieces designed by Musa, as well as art depicting the dental ornamentation. — Madeline Montgomery, CBS News, 19 June 2026

Even the rarest materials—Basra pearls, Golconda diamonds—get new life in a striking pair of earrings from Santi that mimic Maharaja ornamentation without feeling like ancient relics. — Jill Newman, Robb Report, 18 June 2026

Lupo believes his business is one the few compo-ornamentation outfits still operating in the United States. — Anne Kadet, Curbed, 12 June 2026