as in ornamentation
something that decorates or beautifies
the only adornment in the sparely furnished bedroom was a small portrait of the poet Walt Whitman
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Recent Examples of adornment
This particular bed set is handmade with leather, wood, suede and brass adornments.
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Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
The front of the skirt was designed with a center-front button placket, which can be worn as an adornment to the skirt in two crisp columns, or, as a robe or jacket.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The high-low hair adornment has arrived.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
The flag had become a landmark, a giant adornment in the heart of downtown.
—Anand Gopal, New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2026
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Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026
The front of the skirt was designed with a center-front button placket, which can be worn as an adornment to the skirt in two crisp columns, or, as a robe or jacket.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The high-low hair adornment has arrived.
—Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 11 Mar. 2026
The flag had become a landmark, a giant adornment in the heart of downtown.
—Anand Gopal, New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for adornment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adornment
Noun
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Yet its sleek, monochromatic design serves as a quiet counterpoint to the temple’s rich ornamentation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Pale, dusty hues enhance natural light, offering a subtle counterpoint to the rich ornamentation, while ceiling paintings by Vicke Andrén, celebrated for his work at the Royal Swedish Opera, underscore the apartment’s artistic importance.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Featuring distinct forms and notable decorations, these pieces express identity, aesthetics, and wealth during a crucial period of change.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Apr. 2026
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Each object features decoration – in bread of course – depicting wheat ears and sheafs, as well as hearts and olive branches.—
Francesca Perry,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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One less thing to set up, one less unwanted lawn ornament.—
Joe Salas
April 25,
New Atlas,
25 Apr. 2026
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Hallmark went live on social media Friday from its Kansas City headquarters, featuring employees who helped create the ornaments.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Adornment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adornment. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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