Ornament: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe objects specifically made to add beauty or decoration, especially during festive times or on particular items like Christmas trees.

• She hung a beautiful ornament on the Christmas tree
• The vase served as an elegant ornament on the shelf

A broad term for items or actions meant to beautify or celebrate a space or event. Can be seasonal, thematic or simply stylish enhancements.

• The birthday party had colorful decorations
• The holiday decorations made the house look festive

Refers to accessories or enhancements that improve appearance, often in a more general sense, including jewelry, clothing, or interiors.

• Her necklace is a lovely adornment for her dress
• The room’s adornment included luxurious curtains and elegant furniture

Used to describe stickers or transfers applied to surfaces, often for decorative or informational purposes. Commonly used on vehicles, windows, and electronic devices.

• He put a cool decal on his laptop
• The car's window had a decal of a sports team logo

Used to describe adding objects to something to make it look more attractive, often for a specific occasion or celebration.

• We put ornaments on the Christmas tree.
• She used colorful ornaments to decorate the party venue.

Commonly used to describe making a space or object look better by adding decorations; suitable for both formal and informal settings.

• We decorated the room with balloons for the birthday party.
• They decorated their house for the holidays.

Used to describe adding details to something to make it more attractive, can also be used to describe adding extra, sometimes exaggerated details in storytelling.

• She likes to embellish her outfits with jewelry.
• He embellished his story to make it more interesting.

Often used to describe decorating something in a beautiful and elegant way, sometimes with a sense of luxury or elegance.

• The bride adorned her hair with fresh flowers.
• Ancient temples were adorned with intricate carvings.

Used to describe making something more beautiful or attractive, often involves an improvement or enhancement.

• They worked hard to beautify the garden for the summer.
• She uses makeup to beautify her appearance.