Synonyms for

Decorate

Verb / ˈdekɜ:ˌeɪt / Another word for decorate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make something look more attractive by adding pretty things to it.

Synonyms & similar words

dress ornament grace beautify adorn embellish deck adorn embellish ornament garnish festoon trim beautify bedeck array grace enrich augment enhance furbish revamp refurbish refinish renovate remodel

Synonyms by register

Formal

adorn embellish ornament beautify

Informal

deck out jazz up gussy up spruce up

Literary

emblazon bedeck emblazon

Antonyms

disfigure spoil mar blemish deface ruin

Common collocations

  • decorate a cake
  • decorate a room
  • decorate a Christmas tree
  • decorate a house
  • decorate a cake with frosting
  • decorate the walls
  • decorate for a party

Word family

noun decoration
verb decorate
adjective decorative

Usage note

Often used for adding beauty or festive elements. Be mindful of context; 'decorate' implies enhancement, while antonyms suggest damage.

Example sentences

  1. I want to decorate my Christmas tree with lots of colorful lights and ornaments.
  2. We are going to decorate the classroom with pictures of famous scientists for our science fair.
  3. My mom likes to decorate the house with fresh flowers every week.
  4. The bakers will decorate the cake with frosting and sprinkles.
  5. I am going to decorate my bike with stickers and ribbons for the parade.

Quotes

  • The ornament of a house is the friends who frequent it. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • The urge to decorate one's surroundings is a universal one. - Susie Cooper
  • I love to decorate my home. I love to travel around the world and collect things that inspire me. - Heidi Klum

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