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

Master model designer Milan Madge incorporated metallic gold elements and raised textures to capture the original's rich ornamentation and depth. — Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Be Mindful of Trim and Detail Lastly, don’t forget to consider ornamentation, such as trim, when choosing throw pillows to coordinate with your rug. — The Spruce, 13 July 2026

Other examples of ornamentation include the scalloped crown molding in the entry hall and colorful tiling on risers of steps down to the south side of the house. — Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

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