as in decorative
serving to add beauty
the trim on Victorian houses is sometimes elaborately ornamental
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as in ornament
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a collection of fragile ornamentals kept in a glass cabinet
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Recent Examples of ornamental
Richard Brody, New Yorker, 20 May 2025
Most gardeners grow culinary sage for its aromatic leaves, which can be used to flavor roasted dishes, soups, and other savory treats, but sage is a versatile herb that can also be cultivated as an ornamental or interplanted in containers or vegetable gardens as a pest-repelling companion plant.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Plant a productive space that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and includes edible plants as well as ornamentals.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The characters are constructed so literally, with traits that either directly motivate the action or else are merely ornamental, that the actors may as well be wearing Post-its.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 20 May 2025
Most gardeners grow culinary sage for its aromatic leaves, which can be used to flavor roasted dishes, soups, and other savory treats, but sage is a versatile herb that can also be cultivated as an ornamental or interplanted in containers or vegetable gardens as a pest-repelling companion plant.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
Noun
Otherwise, use of a fungicide labeled for rust control on ornamentals would be helpful.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Plant a productive space that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and includes edible plants as well as ornamentals.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ornamental
Adjective
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Intentional blank spaces around art and decorative objects gives your eyes place to rest.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2025
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The internal shelf is perfect for stashing everyday essentials while a few external shelves give you the option to display a few decorative items according to your style.—
Belle DuChene,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
Noun
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The collections are often narrative-driven, reflecting personal experiences and contextual themes that connect ornament with identity and critique.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 June 2025
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The Sunrise Mall store will have a closing sale that includes 20% off of everything except items already discounted at a higher percentage, Father’s Day and graduation cards and 2025 keepsakes and ornaments.—
Marcus D. Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2025
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Your brain learns from novelty, which promotes adaptive learning by resetting key brain circuits and enhances your ability to update new ideas into existing neurological frameworks.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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When children use this watch, texting their parents or sending emojis feels like a novelty, especially for first-time smartwatch users, and GPS tracking adds peace of mind for adults.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Back at the hotel, overnight guests have the opportunity to create original Kyushu souvenirs out of Hakata silk in master classes overseen by local artisans on the premises.—
Terry Elward,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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To mark the occasion, participants will be able to attend free talks on the evolution of the event, purchase anniversary souvenirs, test new bikes and listen to inspiring talks on cycling.—
Gregory Wakeman,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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Our perceptive, chronically online shopping editors predicted this trend a few months ago, and, by now, there’s no shortage of inspiration for the taking on how to elevate the looks of your everyday sneakers vis-à-vis baubles, lace clips, chains, pom poms, and other decorations.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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The other is a shiny bauble — what appears to be a pink diamond set next to a white diamond — on her ring finger.—
Katherine Rosman,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
Noun
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Tired of lining Instagram owner Mark Zuckerberg’s pockets without any return, Tapia recently spearheaded the work to open an accompanying online shop, the Los Feliz General Store, which sells shirts and knickknacks.—
Nate Rogers,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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The two small drawers are perfect for storing all of those out-the-door essentials and knickknacks, while the overall glamour of this piece would look right at home in an upscale apartment or quiet country home.—
Nora Taylor,
Architectural Digest,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Berkshire companies present sell special meeting-only merch, from high-end trinkets at jeweler Borsheims down to Warren Buffett squishmallows.—
Luciana Lopez,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Merchants used electric scooters to sail past security and parking enforcement to sell cowboy hats, bolo ties and other western trinkets to the tens of thousands of fans filling every seat in the stadium.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
2 May 2025
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Crybabies also come in various different characters (20 total, including collabs with The Powerpuff Girls and Disney), and limited edition collectibles.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
6 June 2025
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Now, ahead of the scheduled debut on Wednesday Season 2 in August, toy and collectibles company NECA is releasing new action figures from the series.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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“Ornamental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ornamental. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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