Adorned: meaning, definitions and examples

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adorned

 

[ əˈdɔːrn ]

Context #1

beautifully decorated

To make something more attractive by adding decorative elements, such as ornaments or embellishments. Adorning often involves enhancing the appearance or beauty of an object or person through the addition of adornments.

Synonyms

decorate, embellish, ornament

Examples of usage

  • She adorned herself with jewels for the party.
  • The Christmas tree was adorned with colorful lights and ornaments.
Context #2

fancy clothing

To enhance the appearance of oneself with stylish or elegant clothing. Adorning in this context refers to dressing up or wearing fancy attire.

Synonyms

array, attire, dress up

Examples of usage

  • The actress was adorned in a stunning gown for the red carpet event.
  • He adorned himself in a tuxedo for the formal dinner.

Translations

Translations of the word "adorned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 adornado

🇮🇳 सजाया हुआ

🇩🇪 geschmückt

🇮🇩 dihiasi

🇺🇦 прикрашений

🇵🇱 ozdobiony

🇯🇵 飾られた

🇫🇷 orné

🇪🇸 adornado

🇹🇷 süslenmiş

🇰🇷 장식된

🇸🇦 مزخرف

🇨🇿 ozdobený

🇸🇰 ozdobený

🇨🇳 装饰的

🇸🇮 okrašena

🇮🇸 skreytt

🇰🇿 әшекейленген

🇬🇪 მორთული

🇦🇿 bəzədilmiş

🇲🇽 adornado

Word origin

The word 'adorned' comes from the Middle English word 'adorne', which is derived from the Old French word 'adorner', meaning 'to embellish'. The concept of adorning has been prevalent throughout history, with various cultures using decorations and ornaments to enhance beauty and express creativity. Adorning oneself or objects has been a form of artistic expression and cultural tradition.

See also: adorn, adorning, adornment, adornments, overadorn, unadorned.