decorative
adjective
dec·o·ra·tive
ˈde-k(ə-)rə-tiv 
ˈde-kə-ˌrā-
: serving to decorate
especially
: purely ornamental
decoratively
adverb
decorativeness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of decorative in a Sentence
We added some decorative details to the room.
The handles are decorative and practical.
Recent Examples on the Web
It was imported as an ornamental plant and decorative filler for floral arrangements.
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Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 17 Apr. 2024
Trademark filings also indicated that Meghan might also try to sell salad dressing, personal journals, cocktail napkins, letter-openers and stationery, garden tools like hand trowels, decorative string lights, and pet supplies, including pet leashes and collars, Vanity Fair reported.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2024
The Lightner Museum housed in the former 1888 Alcazar Hotel is home to a fine and decorative 19th-century art collection.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
The flowers are followed very quickly by large clusters of berries that look like gorgeous sprays of decorative grapes.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Lego flowers have been having a real moment due to their decorative quality and fun building process, and that includes this botanical kit.
—Mia Huelsbeck, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The triangle can now be seen at the back, which can be a fun decorative accent to a backless top or plain white T-shirts.
—Jana Ackermann, Glamour, 5 Apr. 2024
Both the shelves and the frame feature scalloped edges for a charming, decorative look.
—Bridget Degnan, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2024
This decorative tin is filled with pieces of pecan covered in chocolate and rich caramel for a dessert that your mom will never forget.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 17 Apr. 2024
Trademark filings also indicated that Meghan might also try to sell salad dressing, personal journals, cocktail napkins, letter-openers and stationery, garden tools like hand trowels, decorative string lights, and pet supplies, including pet leashes and collars, Vanity Fair reported.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2024
The Lightner Museum housed in the former 1888 Alcazar Hotel is home to a fine and decorative 19th-century art collection.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
The flowers are followed very quickly by large clusters of berries that look like gorgeous sprays of decorative grapes.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Apr. 2024
Lego flowers have been having a real moment due to their decorative quality and fun building process, and that includes this botanical kit.
—Mia Huelsbeck, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The triangle can now be seen at the back, which can be a fun decorative accent to a backless top or plain white T-shirts.
—Jana Ackermann, Glamour, 5 Apr. 2024
Both the shelves and the frame feature scalloped edges for a charming, decorative look.
—Bridget Degnan, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2024
This decorative tin is filled with pieces of pecan covered in chocolate and rich caramel for a dessert that your mom will never forget.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Decorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/decorative. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.
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decorative
adjective
dec·o·ra·tive
ˈdek-(ə-)rət-iv
ˈdek-ə-ˌrāt-
: serving to decorate : ornamental
decoratively
adverb
decorativeness
noun
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