as in embroidered
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to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
the simple country church has an aura of serene spirituality that is often missing in more embossed houses of worship
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Recent Examples of embossed
Emily Weaver, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
The embossed, bandana–esque print is such a nice touch, as is the gold chain strap.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Their brand sells only one product: NRT lozenges — often referred to by the brand as mints — that come in an embossed, mint green tin ($69 for 81).
—Lina Abascal, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Even the staunchest minimalists can’t deny the appeal of embossed leather.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2024
Made of embossed glass, they can be paired with other glass serveware items in the collection, like these 12-ounce footed goblets.
—Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2024
Bria styled her look with a Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 handbag in an embossed glossy black leather and a pair of heeled sandals in the same black hue.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, WWD, 21 June 2024
The embossed ripple pattern was created specifically for the Code 11.59.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
It is also fitted with a handsome navy-blue calfskin strap with an embossed fabric pattern, red stitching, and a platinum foldover clasp.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2023
Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
The circular hand soap is beautifully embossed and will make a statement in any bathroom.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Made from Nappa leather and embossed with the brand’s logo, this luggage tag’s quality stands out without being too flashy.
—Amy Jurries, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
The leather upholstery in my test car is embossed with elegant diamond patterns for the front- and second-row seats that the tasteful metal door trim mimics.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
Rather than using a spiral tracking feature embossed on conventional optical discs (hence the land and grooves), Folio does head tracking with a separate laser focused on the disc substrate where the tracking pattern is embossed.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Standout interior features include an eight-way power passenger seat, a 10-way power driver seat, embossed accent trim, heated front seats, second-row captain chairs, and SynTex upholstery.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
This structured business card holder is fashioned from luxe pebbled leather, with the iconic Coach logo embossed in a more subtle fashion.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
Zara has a patent leather pair and Madewell’s chocolate brown is croc-embossed.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The bride wore a sweetheart rhinestone floor-length dress, while the groom opted for an all-white embossed suit.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
The embossed, bandana–esque print is such a nice touch, as is the gold chain strap.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Their brand sells only one product: NRT lozenges — often referred to by the brand as mints — that come in an embossed, mint green tin ($69 for 81).
—Lina Abascal, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024
Even the staunchest minimalists can’t deny the appeal of embossed leather.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2024
Made of embossed glass, they can be paired with other glass serveware items in the collection, like these 12-ounce footed goblets.
—Kaitlin Gates, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2024
Bria styled her look with a Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 handbag in an embossed glossy black leather and a pair of heeled sandals in the same black hue.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, WWD, 21 June 2024
The embossed ripple pattern was created specifically for the Code 11.59.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
It is also fitted with a handsome navy-blue calfskin strap with an embossed fabric pattern, red stitching, and a platinum foldover clasp.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2023
Verb
Many of the recordings, embossed on fragile aluminum discs, have now been digitized, securing them for future listeners.
—Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
The circular hand soap is beautifully embossed and will make a statement in any bathroom.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Made from Nappa leather and embossed with the brand’s logo, this luggage tag’s quality stands out without being too flashy.
—Amy Jurries, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
The leather upholstery in my test car is embossed with elegant diamond patterns for the front- and second-row seats that the tasteful metal door trim mimics.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
Rather than using a spiral tracking feature embossed on conventional optical discs (hence the land and grooves), Folio does head tracking with a separate laser focused on the disc substrate where the tracking pattern is embossed.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Standout interior features include an eight-way power passenger seat, a 10-way power driver seat, embossed accent trim, heated front seats, second-row captain chairs, and SynTex upholstery.
—Doug Newcomb, PCMAG, 11 Dec. 2024
This structured business card holder is fashioned from luxe pebbled leather, with the iconic Coach logo embossed in a more subtle fashion.
—Tim Chan, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
Zara has a patent leather pair and Madewell’s chocolate brown is croc-embossed.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embossed
Adjective
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Brown, meanwhile, turned heads in an Annie's Ibiza metallic embroidered gown featuring a corset bodice and dramatic mermaid train.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Needless to say, Sabyasachi is a big proponent of a daring wardrobe, whether that means ditching the LBD cocktail standard for a fanciful embroidered look or setting a table with unexpected creative bravado.—
Bridget Foley,
Town & Country,
28 Nov. 2022
Verb
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Every estate has been meticulously restored, decorated and furnished with a unique style and many of the artworks displayed in the homes have been specially commissioned.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Her fingers were decorated with equally showstopping rings.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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People cautiously trickled back into the French Quarter, live bands resumed playing at their usual corners and mourners stopped by a makeshift memorial adorned with flowers and Mardi Gras beads.—
Natasha Frost,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2025
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Worn wood floors, exposed brick walls adorned with local art, and vintage tables with marble tops add to the charm.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Presented on Monday at London’s Tate Britain museum, a stone’s throw from Burberry’s headquarters on Horseferry Road, the British house’s Fall-Winter 2025 show opened with a model wearing a short jacket, riding trousers and scarf with wide fringed edges, all in the same shade of oatmeal.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025
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In a forest in southern China at the edge of the Wuling Mountains, a previously unknown species with bright bulging copper eyes and fringed toes sat chirping by a river.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The floor-length gown had two cutouts, one on both sides of her waist, and a long, thin scarf in the same shade of pink draped over Kravitz's collarbone.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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The Vivienne worked her first drag gig at a bar in Liverpool called Pink, where she was given her iconic stage name by drag performer Tammy Pax after giving a performance draped in Vivienne Westwood designs.—
Quispe López,
Them,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Standouts include a red ruffle mini dress, a silver sequined frock, and silk headscarves.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
7 Mar. 2025
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The fabric, seemingly a wink to her stage name, was cinched into a mermaid silhouette and given extra dazzle by a sequined sheen.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Taylor Swift Wore Talon Nails to the Golden Globes —And Fans Are Speculating on the Reason Why After adding a top coat down the center of the nail, without curing it, Wong applied multiple crystals to give Swift's nails a bejeweled look.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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If coquette ribbons aren’t your speed, consider a bejeweled headband instead.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The gold silverware features a smooth surface, showcasing a two-tone color scheme of gold and pink. Lights: $28.99 Candles are great centerpieces/decor for weddings.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
4 Mar. 2025
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As for other accessories, Macron wore layers of delicate gold necklaces and a few rings to tie her sartorial statement together.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Embossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embossed. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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