ornamentation
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4.9
- noun
- /ˌɔrnəmenˈteɪʃən/
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ornamentación
- The walls of the cathedral were adorned with intricate ornamentation that showcased the artistry of the period.
- ornamentation and embellishments
- attractive ornamentation
- body ornamentation
Examples
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In all of these works, the same details of facial features and ornamentation are worked in high relief.
Academic text (2000) -
Other voice parts are added with embellishments and ornamentation above each line.
Academic text (2003) -
However, a unique shape, a unique pattern, or unique ornamentation would be protected.
Academic text (1999) -
Industrial designs deal with the ornamentation of an object rather than its functionality.
Academic text (1999) -
Wide steps led to a huge double door made of dark wood embellished with iron ornamentation.
Fiction book (1996) -
Casket ornamentation adds a personal touch many families find comforting.
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The publication notice states "Summer Workshop: Ensemble playing, ornamentation, and improvisation in various historical and contemporary styles."
Academic text (1992) -
Its filigree dome and extraordinary ornamentation combine features drawn from the architectural styles of both East and West.
Academic text (1997) -
One of the characteristics of Shand's prose is the spareness, the lack of excess or ornamentation.
Academic text (1997) -
There are few detailed descriptions of the ornamentation on garments and vestments worn in Haiti during the nineteenth century.
Academic text (1996)
Synonyms
422
3.3
A pattern or picture used to decorate a surface
102
1.6
A decoration placed on something to make it look nicer
39
1.0
Making something look more attractive by adding things like lights or ornaments
15
5.8
Something added to make a story or thing more interesting
9
3.5
Small decorative items added to clothes, furniture, or a Christmas tree
8
4.2
Something added to make a person or thing look more attractive
7
4.2
Making a place or thing look nicer
5
4.1
Decoration made by sewing small beads onto clothing or accessories
1
3.7
A small object or pattern people add to make something look nicer
To make something look more attractive using paint, plants or lights
Making something look nicer without changing how it really is
Small changes that make a room or thing look nicer
The quality of having pretty details that make something look attractive
Decorative features that make something look attractive
A way of decorating with many small shiny pieces like sequins
Decorative details added for show that do not make something work better
A decorative piece people add to a building to make it look nicer
A thing or style with many decorative details
Antonyms
How Decorative
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word ornamentation comes from the Latin word ornare, which means 'to decorate'. An ornament is a small thing that makes something look nicer, so ornamentation is the act or the decorative details added to make something more beautiful.