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Synonyms & Similar Words
adorn
embellish
ornament
beautify
enhance
garnish
trim
deck
array
dress
bedeck
festoon
decorate
accessorize
accentuate
elaborate
enrich
gild
illuminate
garnish
trim
embroider
engrave
etch
illuminate
paint
varnish
refinish
restore
renovate
redesign
rearrange
reorganize
spruce
primp
preen
prink
titivate
furbish
fix
repair
touch
freshen
brighten
lighten
gussy
doll
prettify
embellish
ornament
trim
array
dress
bedeck
Meaning of Decorate
The primary meaning of the word "Decorate" is to make something look more attractive by adding decorative items or designs.
Definitions
- To add decorative or attractive features to something
- To honor or reward someone with a medal or other award
- To add something to an object or area in order to make it look more attractive
Etymology of Decorate
The word "Decorate" originates from the Latin word "decorare," which means "to adorn" or "to beautify"
The Latin word is a combination of "de-" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "corare" (meaning "to adorn" or "to beautify")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of adding decorative features to something
Example Uses
- The room was decorated with flowers and balloons for the birthday party
- She decorated her room with posters and pictures of her favorite celebrities
- The city decorated its streets with lights and decorations for the holiday season
- He was decorated with a medal for his bravery in the war