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- pronunciation:
- de
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- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
decorates, decorating, decorated |
| definition 1: |
to make more attractive or interesting by adding ornamental items or designs.
We decorated the Christmas tree with white lights and red ornaments.They decorated the backyard for the wedding reception.
- synonyms:
- adorn, deck out, dress, embellish, trim
- similar words:
- apparel, bedeck, bedizen, emblazon, embroider, enrich, festoon, garnish, grace, ornament, spangle, stud, trap out
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| definition 2: |
to serve as a decoration for.
Huge posters decorated the boy's room.Gilt mirrors decorated the front hall. |
| definition 3: |
to design and carry out a plan for the appearance of the interior of (a room or building), including color combinations, furnishings, floorings, and the like.
They called in a professional to decorate the new office.- similar words:
- furnish
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| definition 4: |
to give distinction to, by conferring a medal or other honorific ornament.
The soldier was decorated for his bravery by the army.- synonyms:
- honor
- similar words:
- cite, compliment
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| related words: |
bead, braid, crown, fret, gem, illuminate, mold, pattern, pretty, story, trick, tuft |
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to design and carry out a plan for the appearance of the interior of a room or building.
Who will you hire to decorate? |
| related words: |
paper |
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| derivation: |
decorated (adj.) |
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