ornamenting

verb

present participle of ornament
as in adorning
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming delicate crystal figurines ornament the mantel over the fireplace

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornamenting
  1. adorning
  2. decorating
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  • Chacón went all out, wearing Belle’s signature yellow ball gown, a pair of matching yellow opera gloves and a glittering tiara adorning her elaborate hairstyle.
    — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Additional details include facade perforations adorning the upper pavilion edges and walls, maintaining a feeling of openness between the courtyard spaces and the adjacent streets.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of adorning
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  • In one episode, a Trump-supporting Karen even gets staunchly liberal Grace a job decorating his Oval Office.
    — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 6 Nov. 2026
  • From playful color palettes to chic lighting ideas and nostalgic personalization, designers are sharing their best tips for decorating full-sized, pencil, and even tabletop trees.
    — Maria Sabella, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of decorating
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“Ornamenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornamenting. Accessed 8 Nov. 2026.

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