ORNAMENT Synonyms
There are 27 hypernyms of the word ornament. (close relations)
Definition of ORNAMENT
Best Alternative Words for ORNAMENT
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decoration | nounn | |||||||
noun • something used to beautify • an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event • the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive) | ||||||||
ornamentation | nounn | |||||||
noun • the state of being ornamented • something used to beautify • the act of adding extraneous decorations to something | ||||||||
trim | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a state of arrangement or appearance • a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment • attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation • cutting down to the desired size or shape adjective satellite • thin and fit • characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder • neat and smart in appearance • severely simple in line or design verb • remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size • decorate, as with ornaments • cut down on; make a reduction in • balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces • be in equilibrium during a flight • decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods • cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of • cut closely • adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used | ||||||||
adornment | nounn | |||||||
noun • a decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness • the action of decorating yourself with something colorful and interesting | ||||||||
bauble | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a mock scepter carried by a court jester • cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing | ||||||||
embellishment | nounn | |||||||
noun • elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail • a superfluous ornament • the act of adding extraneous decorations to something | ||||||||
finery | nounn | |||||||
noun • elaborate or showy attire and accessories | ||||||||
frippery | nounn | |||||||
noun • something of little value or significance | ||||||||
knickknack | nounn | |||||||
noun • a small inexpensive mass-produced article • miscellaneous curios | ||||||||
trinket | nounn | |||||||
noun • cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing | ||||||||
adorn | verbv | |||||||
verb • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • be beautiful to look at • furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors | ||||||||
decorate | verbv | |||||||
verb • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • be beautiful to look at • award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to • provide with decoration | ||||||||
embellish | verbv | |||||||
verb • add details to • be beautiful to look at • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • make more beautiful | ||||||||
beautify | verbv | |||||||
verb • make more beautiful • be beautiful to look at • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. | ||||||||
bedeck | verbv | |||||||
verb • decorate | ||||||||
grace | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors • (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence • elegance and beauty of movement or expression • a sense of propriety and consideration for others • a disposition to kindness and compassion • a period of time past the deadline for fulfilling an obligation during which a penalty that would be imposed for being late is waived, especially an extended period granted as a special favor • a short prayer of thanks before a meal • (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God verb • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • be beautiful to look at |