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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
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
There’s the front door intercom panel, a pair of embossed leather club chairs and, fatefully, Mr Big’s Peloton water bottle.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Bring a bit of springtime joy into your kitchen with this braiser that features an embossed petal design on the lid that's inspired by the French anemone flower.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
Whether rendered in smooth leather, embossed textures, or bold seasonal colors, the top-handle bag offers a timeless way to add structure and sophistication to a collection.
—Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
This could be a sign on an embossed seal or coin, or the features of a dramatic mask carved by a highly skilled mask maker and worn in the Greek theatre.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
For a stylish touch, the pitcher has a glossy, pink finish that’s complemented by embossed bows, an ergonomic handle, and an easy-pour spout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
The base of this display piece is light pink, with embossed pleats and diamonds that evoke a bridal gown.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
This Creative Co-Op planter is embossed with a metallic gold texture that breaks up boring color palettes.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Emily, who was herself ill with a cold and cough, and Anne supported their father, purchased mourning stationery, and had elaborate funeral cards made embossed with a tomb, drapery, grass, and flowers.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The creamy hemp label is embossed with bergamot.
—Anne Bratskeir, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Kids who make art for the auction will have their creations embossed with the official seal of Kaylin Lundell's Draw for a Dream campaign.
—Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
The bottle is also embossed with the flag of Depp’s island, made up of the tattoos on his body like a skull to serve as a reminder to live fully, a lightning bolt to symbolize enduring friendship, the number three to represent new beginnings and three hearts represent the loves of his life.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Denim is embossed, treated with laser and decorated with co-branded trims.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
They are also embossed with volume markings to make measuring quick and easy.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Nahimas recently reimagined the shoe with suede overlays and light distressing; Super Yaya updated the silhouette with a polka dot canvas option and a patent option with an embossed polka dot design; and Guizio collaborated on an all-black iteration of the sneaker.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
There’s the front door intercom panel, a pair of embossed leather club chairs and, fatefully, Mr Big’s Peloton water bottle.
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Bring a bit of springtime joy into your kitchen with this braiser that features an embossed petal design on the lid that's inspired by the French anemone flower.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 10 Apr. 2026
Whether rendered in smooth leather, embossed textures, or bold seasonal colors, the top-handle bag offers a timeless way to add structure and sophistication to a collection.
—Jasmine Fox-Suliaman, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
This could be a sign on an embossed seal or coin, or the features of a dramatic mask carved by a highly skilled mask maker and worn in the Greek theatre.
—Literary Hub, 27 Feb. 2026
For a stylish touch, the pitcher has a glossy, pink finish that’s complemented by embossed bows, an ergonomic handle, and an easy-pour spout.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2026
The base of this display piece is light pink, with embossed pleats and diamonds that evoke a bridal gown.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Jan. 2026
Details like eyelash fringing, subtle embroidery, and embossed velvet designs are an easy way to dress up a mundane sectional or lackluster white couch.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
Stars litter the interior as well, whether embossed, embroidered, embedded, or pixelated.
—Brett Berk, Robb Report, 15 May 2026
This Creative Co-Op planter is embossed with a metallic gold texture that breaks up boring color palettes.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Emily, who was herself ill with a cold and cough, and Anne supported their father, purchased mourning stationery, and had elaborate funeral cards made embossed with a tomb, drapery, grass, and flowers.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The creamy hemp label is embossed with bergamot.
—Anne Bratskeir, Travel + Leisure, 21 Apr. 2026
Kids who make art for the auction will have their creations embossed with the official seal of Kaylin Lundell's Draw for a Dream campaign.
—Ross Guidotti, CBS News, 4 Apr. 2026
The bottle is also embossed with the flag of Depp’s island, made up of the tattoos on his body like a skull to serve as a reminder to live fully, a lightning bolt to symbolize enduring friendship, the number three to represent new beginnings and three hearts represent the loves of his life.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Apr. 2026
Denim is embossed, treated with laser and decorated with co-branded trims.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026
They are also embossed with volume markings to make measuring quick and easy.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embossed
Adjective
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Odessa A'zion's custom Valentino look featured a floral bra, bustier and matching cape detailed with sequin and embroidered flowers.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
5 May 2026
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Additionally, the set arrives in an elegant box and is complemented by a stylish and embroidered pocket carrying case as well as a matching keychain.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Outside, below the gold script Donohue’s sign, there is a small glass box window that looks onto the street and is lavishly decorated for nearly every federal holiday.—
Marisa Meltzer,
Vanity Fair,
14 May 2026
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The place was brightly lit and sparingly decorated, with clusters of books that made no sense.—
Francesco Pacifico,
The Dial,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Cyndi Lauper didn’t hold back when a heckler interrupted her opening night in Las Vegas, firing back mid-show with an expletive-laced response that quickly drew cheers from the crowd.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2026
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Armed with laced cigarettes and a passion for taking things too far, Paul tests the bonds of everyone involved.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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These desserts are presented on an artful seasonal tower adorned with soft greenery and foliage.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Instead of soft neutrals, the color palette is black and white, with the Montegranaro splatterware rendered in black, and the Bevagna collection of ceramics adorned with a stately black rim detail.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Plants in this family feature compact mounds of frilled or fringed flowers in shades of pink, red, white, and bicolor, often with striking markings, says Funk.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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Emerald-green fringed umbrellas surround the pool, and two giant tortoises roam the grounds.—
Priyanka Mattoo,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Halsey, ethereally draped in sheer white fabric, barely strayed from her post, receiving a steady procession of old friends throughout the night.—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
17 May 2026
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Towering campaign images of Bella Hadid draped in Chopard diamonds wrap portions of the driveway, turning the arrival itself into a luxury advertising campaign.—
Melinda Sheckells,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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His widow, Erika Kirk, was at this weekend’s dinner, visibly distraught as she was escorted out in her sequined cream dress.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
26 Apr. 2026
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Holmes’ cashmere Khaite bra and bralette moment, which went unexpectedly viral seven years ago, received a red-carpet update this time around, with a white button-down styled off the shoulder, peekaboo strap, and a sequined charcoal skirt.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In the face-cream advertisement, M remained wreathed in the pink flowers of spring.—
Rachel Cusk,
New Yorker,
24 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Embossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embossed. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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