as in decorations
something that decorates or beautifies
her collection of plaster gnomes which she uses as lawn ornaments
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as in decorates
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 ornaments
Matt Viser, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Since anybody recalled, the gate had been topped with decorative ornaments.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 29 May 2026
From plastic lawn ornaments to overly bright lighting, certain outdoor design choices can instantly take away from a home’s curb appeal.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 21 May 2026
The shoes are embellished with asymmetrical crystal leaf ornaments that are hand-embroidered to drape across a low-cut vamp.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
The powder is used to decorate removable ornaments on cakes and isn't designed for ingestion.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Make Your Own Art Make time for Sunspots Studios, a glassblowing studio where visitors can catch a live demonstration and choose some beautiful glass to take home, such as ornaments, vases, hummingbird feeders, and jewelry.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Create a sculpture trail by adding unique plant pedestals and pots as well as sculptures and glass lawn ornaments.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 10 May 2026
Attenborough communicated with the tribe using gestures, looked at their personal ornaments and enquired about the pegs in the ritual punctures in the nose of one of the men.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
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But early last Saturday evening, two bullets shattered the glass between displays of Christmas ornaments and dining plates.
—Matt Viser, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Since anybody recalled, the gate had been topped with decorative ornaments.
—Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 29 May 2026
From plastic lawn ornaments to overly bright lighting, certain outdoor design choices can instantly take away from a home’s curb appeal.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 21 May 2026
The shoes are embellished with asymmetrical crystal leaf ornaments that are hand-embroidered to drape across a low-cut vamp.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
The powder is used to decorate removable ornaments on cakes and isn't designed for ingestion.
—Adam England, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Make Your Own Art Make time for Sunspots Studios, a glassblowing studio where visitors can catch a live demonstration and choose some beautiful glass to take home, such as ornaments, vases, hummingbird feeders, and jewelry.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
Create a sculpture trail by adding unique plant pedestals and pots as well as sculptures and glass lawn ornaments.
—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 10 May 2026
Attenborough communicated with the tribe using gestures, looked at their personal ornaments and enquired about the pegs in the ritual punctures in the nose of one of the men.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornaments
Noun
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Vows unfold against sweeping views of downtown Phoenix and the red rock of Papago, so decorations can stay minimal.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
31 May 2026
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And throughout the cruise, Joie de Vivre, with its chic salons inspired by 20th-century Parisian design and all decked out in festive decorations, anchored the experience in an undeniable sense of place.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
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Among the first illustrators Vicki represented was Robert Grossman, who eventually became Annie’s dad — his art still decorates the walls.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
15 May 2026
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My cabin had a neutral-toned color scheme with decor in varying shades of beige and a dark navy carpet, which was a nice contrast to the vibrant art that decorates most of the ship.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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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
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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
Verb
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This volume adorns a huge number of bedside tables for a reason.—
Anna Holmes,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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Entry comes with a tug on the giant calligraphy brush that adorns the doorway.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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The designer Christian Dior’s signature and wickerwork shells are among other adornments.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Fleetwood wore a silk blazer with several silver adornments and accessorized the look with a pair of bracelets on his right arm and a wide gold wedding band on his left hand.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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Cook over medium-high, stirring vigorously with one hand while moving the pan back and forth with the other, until the sauce glossily drapes the noodles, 5 to 7 minutes.—
Emily Weinstein,
Twin Cities,
4 June 2026
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Made from a lightweight, stretchy jersey material, this top naturally drapes gorgeously across the body.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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“Ornaments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornaments. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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