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as in exaggerated
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 adorned
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 embellished
Jordan Julian, InStyle, 22 May 2026
The look also marked a shift for the singer, who typically gravitates toward embellished flares and bodysuits.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Reynolds initially sketched leafy branches for an embellished natural setting.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Silk, velvet, wool blends, and heavily lined or embellished curtains, however, are better off with professional dry cleaning.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026
Similar to Cashmere garments, Dills recommends treating your embellished items like a luxury item since hotter temperatures can ruin these pieces.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Her nails continued the embellished theme, with rhinestones bedazzling her French manicure.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Shield little faces from the sun with embellished baseball hats -- styles so cute, kids will actually want to wear them.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
This evening, Zendaya attended the Rome premiere of The Drama in a black Armani Privé gown, featuring an embellished and very low scoop neck and structural waist.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Conchita Widjojo, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The show was named after one of these ships, The Terror (the second was The Erebus) and it’s all based on a true story, though wildly embellished both out of necessity and for entertainment purposes.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Back in town, inside Palma’s majestic Gothic landmark La Seu, spellbinding rainbows of color flooded down on the nave, and flying buttresses exquisitely embellished the walkable roof terrace.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
The gown was embellished with crystals and stones that created the illusion of stained glass.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Instead, Jarman chose a graceful pleated, ankle-length creation featuring a double neckline—front and back—embellished with a few gold jewel details.
—Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 19 May 2026
Kelce made Swift's florals pop out with his Marni Slawn Cotton Camp Shirt, embellished with floral prints and patches from Marni's collaboration with artists Olaolu Slawn and Soldier Boyfriend.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
The gown was embellished with oversized yellow and white flower appliqués around the hips and waist and a flowing layered skirt in the same soft tones.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
The elegance of the primary suite, embellished with an ornate fireplace, extends to its marble-floored, spa-like bathroom.
—David Caraccio
may 16, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Adjective
Throw it on with denim shorts over a bikini, pair it with your favorite baggy white jeans, or dress it up with a flowy white maxi skirt and embellished sandals.
—Jordan Julian, InStyle, 22 May 2026
The look also marked a shift for the singer, who typically gravitates toward embellished flares and bodysuits.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
Reynolds initially sketched leafy branches for an embellished natural setting.
—Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Silk, velvet, wool blends, and heavily lined or embellished curtains, however, are better off with professional dry cleaning.
—Shagun Khare, The Spruce, 29 Apr. 2026
Similar to Cashmere garments, Dills recommends treating your embellished items like a luxury item since hotter temperatures can ruin these pieces.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Her nails continued the embellished theme, with rhinestones bedazzling her French manicure.
—Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 18 Apr. 2026
Shield little faces from the sun with embellished baseball hats -- styles so cute, kids will actually want to wear them.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026
This evening, Zendaya attended the Rome premiere of The Drama in a black Armani Privé gown, featuring an embellished and very low scoop neck and structural waist.
—Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 26 Mar. 2026
Verb
The kit was embellished with a bevy of sparkles, creating a star motif that Williams matched with the crystal details in her hair.
—Conchita Widjojo, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The show was named after one of these ships, The Terror (the second was The Erebus) and it’s all based on a true story, though wildly embellished both out of necessity and for entertainment purposes.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Back in town, inside Palma’s majestic Gothic landmark La Seu, spellbinding rainbows of color flooded down on the nave, and flying buttresses exquisitely embellished the walkable roof terrace.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
The gown was embellished with crystals and stones that created the illusion of stained glass.
—Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 May 2026
Instead, Jarman chose a graceful pleated, ankle-length creation featuring a double neckline—front and back—embellished with a few gold jewel details.
—Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 19 May 2026
Kelce made Swift's florals pop out with his Marni Slawn Cotton Camp Shirt, embellished with floral prints and patches from Marni's collaboration with artists Olaolu Slawn and Soldier Boyfriend.
—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
The gown was embellished with oversized yellow and white flower appliqués around the hips and waist and a flowing layered skirt in the same soft tones.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 17 May 2026
The elegance of the primary suite, embellished with an ornate fireplace, extends to its marble-floored, spa-like bathroom.
—David Caraccio
may 16, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embellished
Adjective
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Digestive problems, such as an enlarged esophagus or colon.—
Eva Flowe
May 29,
Charlotte Observer,
29 May 2026
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Your gastroenterologist finds a large hiatal hernia, an enlarged opening of the diaphragm trapping part of your stomach.—
Danielle Friedman,
The Conversation,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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Ronaldo is among the most famous, most decorated and wealthiest players ever to step on a soccer pitch.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 May 2026
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Australian authorities have arrested and charged the country's most decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, 47, with five war crime murders allegedly committed during the war in Afghanistan.—
Elaine Mallon,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
Verb
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City officials say telecom companies have exaggerated the impact of that city law.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Goldman Sachs’ David Mericle suggests this reading has perhaps been exaggerated.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Tents are adorned with explorer-style campaign furniture and Zanzibari trunks and illuminated by Earth tones that complement—but not compete with—the natural beauty of surrounding grasslands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The palace is a fantasia, with a courtyard that does not lead to any rooms and three towers topped by onion domes—the tallest of which was dedicated to Stockalper’s namesake, Kaspar, of the Three Magi, and adorned by symbols of the sun.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Goods include embroidered clothing, handmade textiles, local foods, homemade wine, herbal medicines and farm animals.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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Palmer wore a sparkly pink gown; Riley, a jumpsuit speckled with tiny embroidered daisies.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Air drying your un-trimmed hair might feel flat and weighed down, making some of the features in your face feel out of proportion.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
30 May 2026
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Even the trimmed figure dwarfs anything a comparable-stage technology company has ever committed to operational spending.—
Paulo Carvão,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2026
Verb
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The open-toe style had a rounded black footbed, padded upper and a thick rubber sole with deep grooves along the bottom edge.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
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The singer’s hips were padded, her hands were gloved and her face artfully shaded by a giant hat designed by Stephen Jones millinery that was lined with golf leaf.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Tactile wallpapers, four-poster beds draped in maroon velvets, the sort of excess that feels just right.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Standing together atop the first-place position, the two posed for photos with Hughes’ arm draped around Hernandez.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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“Embellished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embellished. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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