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ORNAMENT Synonyms

There are 16 synonyms of the word ornament. (exact relations)
There are 27 hypernyms of the word ornament. (close relations)

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

Best Hypernyms For ORNAMENT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ornament, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (27)
adorn adornment alter artefact artifact bauble beautify change deck decorate decoration embellish embellishment finery frill fussiness garnish gewgaw gingerbread grace knickknack modify ornamentation tchotchke trinket finickiness froufrou

Alternatives for DECORATION

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