1
as in baroque
elaborately and often excessively decorated
an ornate gambling casino that is designed to look like an Italian palace
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as in rhetoric
full of fine words and fancy expressions
the ornate prose that was standard in all diplomatic correspondence in those days
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Recent Examples of ornate
The original Queen Anne Victorian structure — complete with turret, wraparound porch, and ornate woodwork — has been carefully preserved and divided into four private townhomes.
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Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 20 June 2025
The nails were decorated with ornate, black script lettering that went across both of the rapper's hands, which spelled out Stefon Diggs' name.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 20 June 2025
Among the notable finds were coins, ceramic artifacts, beads, and an ornate box filled with gold thread, scissors, and pearls, according to the release.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
This Beaux-Arts masterpiece facing Central Park South delivers old-world luxury through white-glove service, ornate architectural details, and rooms that evoke the glamour of a bygone era.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 June 2025
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Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 20 June 2025
The nails were decorated with ornate, black script lettering that went across both of the rapper's hands, which spelled out Stefon Diggs' name.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 20 June 2025
Among the notable finds were coins, ceramic artifacts, beads, and an ornate box filled with gold thread, scissors, and pearls, according to the release.
—Lauren Liebhaber, Miami Herald, 19 June 2025
This Beaux-Arts masterpiece facing Central Park South delivers old-world luxury through white-glove service, ornate architectural details, and rooms that evoke the glamour of a bygone era.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornate
Adjective
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The athlete wore the Nike Women’s Osaka GP Challenge 1 PRM Tennis Shoes featuring tones of sundial and baroque brown.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
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In addition, 29 rare baroque pearls from the Australian South Sea made the necklace a genuine masterpiece.—
Rachel Flynn,
People.com,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Trump’s rhetorical bombing raids against Fed Chair Jerome Powell could backfire spectacularly on Asia.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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There are two different models for dealing with this reality, approaches that can broadly be described as strategic and rhetorical.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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And while not as extravagant as Cirque du Soleil (also from Canada), the show still leaves audiences in awe.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
19 June 2025
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There are a plethora of stories out there about the extravagant infrastructure at the base of the world’s highest peak, such as fancy espresso machines, massages, and five-star cuisine.—
Ben Ayers,
Outside Online,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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What divides us red and blue can certainly bring us together as purple to build a sound future for all our children.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2025
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Dogwoods provide additional interest throughout the year with red fall fruits and striking burgundy red to purple autumn foliage.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Falke is partial to their selection of French portico clocks: 19th-century timepieces with classical columns and gilded pendulums.—
David Hudnall,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2025
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The Saxon pendant — a gilded pectoral cross — was discovered by a metal detectorist in a field in Leeds and is believed to date back to the eighth century, according to a May 12 news release from the Leeds City Council.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Auburn hair with florid countenance denotes the highest order of sentiment and intensity of feeling, purity of character, with the highest capacity for enjoyment of suffering.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2025
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The prose is florid and overwritten: While Martin uses normal language to methodically introduce an unease without even hinting at the supernatural, and drives the story through conflict among his characters, the AIs are all unsubtle.—
Kelsey Piper,
Vox,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Immediately, a loud chorus of boos can be heard from the crowd, demonstrating the attendees' displeasure with the news.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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That’s why Central Florida residents should speak up, now and loud.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2025
Adjective
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Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Soil Type: Medium to moist, well-draining, rich Soil pH: Neutral (6.5-7.5) USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 to 7 With lacy foliage and tall flower spikes, larkspur adds gorgeous texture and upright structure to the summer garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
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Jazmine Sullivan Jazmine Sullivan wears florals all over, from her flared white blazer to her lacy durag train, by Who Decides War.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
6 May 2025
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“Ornate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornate. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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