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adjective

Definition of embellishingnext
as in decorative
serving to add beauty the chef tends to overuse sprigs of parsley and other embellishing garnishes on dishes that don't need them

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embellishing

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verb

present participle of embellish
1
as in exaggerating
to add to the interest of by including made-up details the story of the comic marriage proposal was embellished as it passed from one generation to the next in the family

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as in decorating
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming the walls of the French restaurant are embellished with scenes of Parisian life

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for embellishing
  1. decorative
  2. decorating
  3. ornamental
  4. coloring
  5. adorning
  6. enhancing
Adjective
  • Tinsel and decorative string can also cause choking or strangulation risks, said Dr. Chris Ford, an emergency physician in Wisconsin and spokesperson for the American College of Emergency Physicians.
    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
  • Carrière Frères was founded in 1884 by two brothers with the idea of candles as a decorative item.
    Emma Sandler, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of decorative
Verb
  • The craft for October will be decorating pumpkins (real or artificial) chaired by Lori Kniffin and Debby Garrow.
    Brian Gioiele, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Designers are leaning into asymmetry and embracing imperfection, including decorating with two different nightstands and using furniture in the bedroom that is increasingly eclectic, but still cohesive.
    Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of decorating
Adjective
  • Previous research shows Neanderthals engaged in cultural rituals such as ornamental crafting, cave wall art, and even familial and social funeral burials.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Instead, the use is merely ornamental or decorative.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of ornamental
Verb
  • Finally, polling suggests that political polarization is significantly coloring people's views of the economy.
    Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 18 Oct. 2024
  • Or, if an artwork hasn’t sold, the gallery may want to discount the price — but, again, this is kept private to avoid coloring the artist’s body of work, Harriman said.
    Lucy Handley, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of coloring
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  • There are standouts in every makeup category and Best of Beauty-winning brands that make beautiful base makeup, eye-adorning shadows, and luxurious lippies.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Unlike the San Diego panda arrival, which was shrouded in secrecy, the National Zoo pandas arrived at Dulles International Airport on a specially outfitted FedEx cargo airplane that had artwork showing a panda eating bamboo adorning the front of the aircraft.
    Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of adorning
Verb
  • Further, while 88% of supply chain executives report that their organization's supply chain plays a vital role in enhancing the customer experience, their colleagues in the C-suite overwhelmingly (88%) view the supply chain function as a cost center.
    Steve Banker, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • By analyzing student data, AI can create tailored learning experiences, enhancing student success and improving overall educational outcomes.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of enhancing
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