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ornamentality

ornamentality

8.4
Features used for display to attract mates
  • noun
  • /ˌɔrnəˈmɛntəlɪti/
  • Specialized
translation icon : ornamentalidad
  • The peacock's tail is a classic example of ornamentality in the animal kingdom.

Examples

  • The bright colors of the fish are a sign of ornamentality used to attract mates.

  • The bright plumage of many tropical birds is a clear example of ornamentality, enhancing their appeal to potential partners.

  • Scientists study ornamentality to understand how certain traits evolve through sexual selection.

  • The ornamentality of the peacock's feathers attracts many potential mates.

  • In nature, ornamentality plays a crucial role in mating rituals.

  • The peacock's tail exhibits remarkable ornamentality, showcasing its vibrant colors to attract mates.

  • Researchers focused on the ornamentality of certain species to analyze their mating behaviors and preferences.

Synonyms

ornamentation
vsornamentality
6 4.9

Details added to make something look more beautiful

is a quality used to display traits to attract mates rather than an action
flamboyance
vsornamentality
4 7.7

A very bright and fancy style that attracts attention in dress or manner

is about showing traits to attract mates rather than bold personal flair
fanciness
vsornamentality
1 4.0

A decorative, stylish appearance that seems expensive

signals traits for mate attraction rather than only showing wealth
showiness
vsornamentality
1 6.5

A style that is very bright or richly decorated to attract attention

relates to display for mating purposes rather than only general attention
conspicuousness
vsornamentality
1 6.8

How easy something is to see or notice

is about visible traits for attracting mates rather than just being noticeable
ornateness
vsornamentality
7.7

A thing or style with many decorative details

is mainly for display to attract mates rather than general beauty
decorativeness
vsornamentality
5.2

The quality of having pretty details that make something look attractive

focuses on display for attracting mates rather than simple beautifying
brightwork
vsornamentality
8.5

Decorative details added for show that do not make something work better

serves display to attract mates specifically rather than mere show
floridness
vsornamentality
  • Formal
8.9

The use of very fancy, detailed language or style that feels too much

focuses on biological display for mating rather than decorative excess
swankiness
vsornamentality
7.2

A stylish, expensive look that shows someone is rich

emphasizes traits for mate attraction rather than social status display
swellness
vsornamentality
  • Archaic
8.4

A stylish, impressive appearance that shows wealth or good taste

signals display to attract mates rather than merely fashionable impressing

Antonyms

functionality
  • Specialized
70 4.6

The things a device or program can do

practicality
26 3.9

Being useful and likely to work well in real situations

How Showy

flamboyance
4 7.7
showiness
1 6.5
ornamentality
  • Specialized
8.4
subtlety
54 6.8

Surface Forms

ornamentality singular
ornamentality plural

Morphology

ornamentality = ornamental (transparent) = ornament + al + ity

Derived from 'ornamental' + '-ity'; though used in specialized biological contexts (display for mates), the morphological meaning is the same 'quality of being ornamental/displayed'.

Etymology

Ornamentality comes from the word ornament, from the Latin ornare 'to decorate', and it carries the idea of a display. That's why in animals ornamentality means decorative features used to attract mates, like a peacock's tail.