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Adornment (Noun)

Meaning 1

A decoration of color or interest that is added to relieve plainness.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The intricate patterns on the vase served as a beautiful adornment to the otherwise simple room.
  • The bright flowers in her hair were a lovely adornment to her elegant wedding dress.
  • The delicate silver necklace was a subtle yet effective adornment to her outfit.
  • The vibrant artwork on the walls was a much-needed adornment to the dull office space.
  • The sparkling gemstones were a stunning adornment to the antique brooch.

Hypernyms

  • Ornament
  • Ornamentation

Hyponyms

  • Furbelow
  • Banding
  • Flounce
  • Trim
  • Pom-pom
  • Trinket
  • Ruffle
  • Stripe
  • Spangle
  • Pendent
  • Gewgaw
  • Epaulette
  • Diamante
  • Frontal
  • Novelty
  • Fallal
  • Passementerie
  • Jewellery
  • Bauble
  • Pectoral Medallion
  • Gaud

Related Words

  • Adorn (verb)

Meaning 2

The action of decorating yourself with something colorful and interesting.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • She carefully chose her adornment for the evening's gala, settling on a sparkling silver necklace that complemented her dress.
  • The festival was a time of great adornment, with people decorating themselves in vibrant hues and patterns.
  • Her hair was a masterpiece of adornment, with a delicate crown of fresh flowers woven into her locks.
  • The tribal ritual involved the adornment of the body with intricate designs and symbols, painted on with a mixture of natural dyes.
  • As she prepared for the wedding, she spent hours selecting the perfect adornment, finally choosing a pair of dangling earrings that added a touch of whimsy to her overall look.

Related Words

  • Adorn (verb)
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