Decorations: meaning, definitions and examples

Commonly used during holidays or special events to describe items that make a place look festive.

• We put up decorations for Christmas
• The party decorations looked amazing

Typically refers to decorative objects, often small and intricate, used to beautify a space, especially during holidays.

• We hung ornaments on the Christmas tree
• The room was filled with beautiful glass ornaments

Often refers to more sophisticated or elegant items that enhance beauty or appearance, not only for spaces but also for people.

• She wore beautiful adornments on her wedding day
• The museum displayed ancient adornments from various cultures

Used to describe additional details or features that enhance the appearance of something, sometimes implying unnecessary or over-the-top additions.

• The dress had too many embellishments for my taste
• His story was full of embellishments to make it more interesting