decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌde-kə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act or process of decorating

2

: something that adorns, enriches, or beautifies : ornament

3

: a badge of honor (such as a U.S. military award)

Synonyms

• adornment
• beautifier
• caparison
• doodad
• embellisher
• embellishment
• frill
• garnish
• garnishment
• garniture
• ornament
• ornamentation
• setoff
• trim

Examples of decoration in a Sentence

The vase has a fancy decoration on one side.

a plain sweater knit without decoration

He's a genius at home decoration.

a unique style of decoration

He received a decoration from the President.

Recent Examples on the Web

What to expect: This temporary festive train features lights, decorations and plenty of photo ops. —Moyo Adeolu, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024

Unique handmade gifts, festive decorations and creative DIY projects. —Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 6 Dec. 2024

From playlists to Christmas cocktails, seasonal decorations and hangover cures for the next day, here’s how to get the merriment started. —Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

In the small town of Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania, a three-day Christmas market is held offering traditional German festive food, decorations and gifts. —Haadiza Ogwude, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1585, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing decoration

• for decoration
• interior decoration

Kids Definition

decoration

noun

dec·​o·​ra·​tion ˌdek-ə-ˈrā-shən 

1

: the act or action of decorating

2

: something that decorates or beautifies : ornament

holiday decorations

3

: a badge of honor (as a medal, cross, or ribbon)