Synonyms for decorative
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
That serves to decorate
Decorative embellishments give the home an elegant touch.
Related words
- Word family
- decoratively
Example sentences
- cosmetic I'll turn to cosmetic surgery to redo my nose.
- ornamental Hydrangeas are popular ornamental garden shrubs.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| decorative | steady | |
| cosmetic | rising | |
| ornamental | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- fancy2
- 8 letters
- cosmetic3
- 10 letters
- ornamental4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (fancy2 = 2 syllables).