as in ornaments
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 adornments
Perhaps that’s because modern architecture rarely has the kind of adornments that might prompt a builder to consider including a Chicago Municipal Device somewhere in the external design.
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Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pinning her veil beneath the knot allowed the two adornments to not overlap.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
At the show's afterparty, Browne and his models—some still wearing the metallic hair adornments from the show—loosened up a bit as a DJ positioned in one corner of the tent attempted to manifest Latifah with a quick mix of her hits.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
There was no sour cream, avocado or other adornments, just spicy meat in a soft tortilla.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Finish off the look with chunky gold earrings to match the adornments on the bag.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s been a good couple years for adornments or accessories that amplify characterization.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
Pinning her veil beneath the knot allowed the two adornments to not overlap.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
At the show's afterparty, Browne and his models—some still wearing the metallic hair adornments from the show—loosened up a bit as a DJ positioned in one corner of the tent attempted to manifest Latifah with a quick mix of her hits.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
There was no sour cream, avocado or other adornments, just spicy meat in a soft tortilla.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Finish off the look with chunky gold earrings to match the adornments on the bag.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
When Christmas rolls around, her home can be found overflowing with cheerful Hobby Lobby finds, from red and green adornments to unique, oversized jingle bells.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
The team also said the grave was unusual for its small circular shell beads, which served as personal adornments.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 29 Dec. 2025
It’s been a good couple years for adornments or accessories that amplify characterization.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 18 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adornments
Noun
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Fill the base with white sand and a handful of small ornaments for interest at the base (the sand will also keep the display from tipping over).—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
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Kelly green walls, golden chandeliers and vibrant red ornaments set the stage for a dining experience set to a '50s playlist of Sinatra and Dean Martin.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Next, think about the food and decorations that will be filling the space.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2026
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In the early first century, Tiberius expanded his family’s beachside home into an opulent complex, adding more rooms, richer frescoes, and marble decorations.—
Erica Firpo,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Adornments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adornments. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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