Synonyms

decorated

American

[dek-uh-rey-tid] / ˈdɛk əˌreɪ tɪd /

adjective

(often initial capital letter) of pertaining to, or characteristic of the English gothic architecture of the late 13th through the late 14th centuries, characterized by curvilinear tracery, elaborate ornamental sculpture and vaulting, and refinement of stonecutting techniques.

Other Word Forms

nondecorated adjective
quasi-decorated adjective
superdecorated adjective
undecorated adjective
well-decorated adjective

Etymology

Origin of decorated

First recorded in 1720–30; decorate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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They asked him about hosting happy hours for the company at the brewery and distillery he is opening downtown, which is now decorated with fall banners and hay bales.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is decorated with thousands of blue and turquoise ceramic tiles and receives millions of visitors each year.

From BBC

Talk to me about the first time you knew of a possibility to come over here to England - to one of the most decorated clubs in the world?

From BBC

One of the most decorated players in Ducks’ history, Perry was greeted by a smattering of boos when he wore a Kings’ sweater into the Honda Center for the first time.

From Los Angeles Times

The press box at Willows High School’s football field is decorated with previous Northern Section CIF Championship wins.

From Los Angeles Times

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