Accessories: meaning, definitions and examples

Commonly used to describe additional items that enhance or complement an outfit or object. These can be fashion items or items for electronic devices.

• She bought new accessories for her winter wardrobe.
• He purchased some accessories for his smartphone.

Typically used to describe decorative objects, often associated with seasonal decorations like Christmas, but can also refer to other types of decorative items.

• They hung many ornaments on the Christmas tree.
• The house was adorned with various ornamental plants.

Refers to decorative elements added to something to make it more attractive. Often used in more formal or sophisticated contexts.

• The ancient vase was covered in beautiful adornments.
• Her room was filled with various adornments that she had collected over the years.

Used to describe decorative details or features added to something to enhance its appearance. Can sometimes imply that something is being made more elaborate or fancy.

• The dress had intricate embellishments along the hem.
• The storyteller added embellishments to make the tale more interesting.