adjective
Other Word Forms
- decoratively adverb
- decorativeness noun
- nondecorative adjective
- overdecorative adjective
- overdecoratively adverb
- overdecorativeness noun
- undecorative adjective
Etymology
Origin of decorative
Example Sentences
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A new study by mathematicians at Freie Universität Berlin shows that planar tiling, also known as tessellation, is far more than a decorative technique.
From Science Daily
"This would have been a very decorative brooch. I think it's a very special find for the site."
From BBC
"The said structure was not connected to any religion, but was merely a decorative piece at a location along the Thailand-Cambodia border," it added.
From Barron's
Behind her, near family photos and decorative bowls of candy, sat a sign that read, “IF NOT NOW, WHEN?”
Featuring a decorative eagle perched on top, the bell stands on two legs and can fit on a tabletop.
From Los Angeles Times
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