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to add to the interest of by including made-up details
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Recent Examples of embroidered
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Oprah carried a top-handle bag made of embroidered leather—but this was no Classic Flap.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
Belts were colorful and embroidered.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Die My Love nominee Jennifer Lawrence made jaws drop in a semi-sheer Givenchy by Sarah Burton dress with sequins and floral embroidery and an embroidered bomber jacket.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
Well, a waistcoat Amaranthus embroidered with beetles.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
The dress, a powder-pink silk custom Chanel dress by Matthieu Blazy, featured a bustier embroidered with white and gray crystals and black beads, and a peplum waist made of beige, pink, nude, and apricot feathers that flowed into a skirt.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 18 Mar. 2026
The transparent fabric revealed glimpses of Klum's chest and legs, and was embroidered with delicate paisley-like detailing.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Kendall Jenner sparkled in a baby blue Chanel corset gown, which was embroidered with sequins.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
The wallpaper is hand-embroidered—and occasionally at risk.
—John Vorwald, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026
The most memorable outfits that year were the custom Dolce & Gabbana tuxes worn by Free and his Two Distant Strangers co-director Martin Desmond Roe, which were embroidered inside with the names of Black people who had been killed by police.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
The cropped tweed top and matching pants were both embroidered with a bevy of black sequins.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Snag Loft’s whimsical embroidered floral option on sale that celebrates spring blooms, or embrace vintage edge with this boyfriend-cut Levi’s 90s Trucker Jacket.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
Rose Byrne stunned in a strapless black mermaid Dior gown that featured delicate embroidered floral appliqués with shimmering beadwork running diagonally across the bodice and down the skirt, which flowed into a train.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Mar. 2026
Oprah carried a top-handle bag made of embroidered leather—but this was no Classic Flap.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 10 Mar. 2026
Small, independent merchants don’t offer the bric-a-brac of Christmas baubles of embroidered kilts found in nearby (and more touristy) Pitlochry, but instead opt for used books at The Birnam Reader, artisanal cheeses and baked goods at Aran Bakery, and small-batch gin at LÒN.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2026
Belts were colorful and embroidered.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Feb. 2026
Costume designer Lissy Turner drapes Parsons in flowy layers and embroidered velvet, conveying everything the audience needs to know about this woman and her kooky, open-minded beliefs.
—Katie Rife, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Die My Love nominee Jennifer Lawrence made jaws drop in a semi-sheer Givenchy by Sarah Burton dress with sequins and floral embroidery and an embroidered bomber jacket.
—Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
The most marvelous of all the vestments is a cope embroidered in a workshop in Genoa in the late 17th century.
—Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
Well, a waistcoat Amaranthus embroidered with beetles.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
The dress, a powder-pink silk custom Chanel dress by Matthieu Blazy, featured a bustier embroidered with white and gray crystals and black beads, and a peplum waist made of beige, pink, nude, and apricot feathers that flowed into a skirt.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 18 Mar. 2026
The transparent fabric revealed glimpses of Klum's chest and legs, and was embroidered with delicate paisley-like detailing.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Kendall Jenner sparkled in a baby blue Chanel corset gown, which was embroidered with sequins.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 Mar. 2026
The wallpaper is hand-embroidered—and occasionally at risk.
—John Vorwald, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026
The most memorable outfits that year were the custom Dolce & Gabbana tuxes worn by Free and his Two Distant Strangers co-director Martin Desmond Roe, which were embroidered inside with the names of Black people who had been killed by police.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
The cropped tweed top and matching pants were both embroidered with a bevy of black sequins.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for embroidered
Adjective
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The boys donned headgear and faced off, one on one, with padded sticks.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Your little one will love all of the advanced comfort features, including extra-padded back and seat rests, four-position recline support and 3D AirMesh fabric to keep the seat cool.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Whether rendered in smooth leather, embossed textures, or bold seasonal colors, the top-handle bag offers a timeless way to add structure and sophistication to a collection.—
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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This could be a sign on an embossed seal or coin, or the features of a dramatic mask carved by a highly skilled mask maker and worn in the Greek theatre.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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There are also credible questions over whether Mills exaggerated his military record during his first campaign.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Apr. 2026
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Slightly shimmering effects reflect light in a subtle way, bringing luminosity without being exaggerated; it can be glazed donut–style chrome, or for a more intense effect try a cat-eye finish.—
Andrea Carbajal,
Glamour,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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And even when the original clips of viral moments are authentic, they’re increasingly used as a launching point for embellished narratives and AI content – to capture an invested audience.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2026
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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
Adjective
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Framed by geometric breeze blocks that evoke classic midcentury cool, the patio offers a stylish sanctuary for evening relaxation, featuring a fringed hammock and cozy rattan seating.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
23 Mar. 2026
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Known for his fringed mask and cinematic brand of outlaw country, Peck delivered a high-energy set that blended dramatic stage presence with crowd-pleasing singalongs.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Mar. 2026
Verb
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While the movie has some fun asking whether people actually want to know everything about their partners (a devil’s bargain since time immemorial), its real interest lies in how that knowledge is colored by who shares it.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
31 Mar. 2026
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The organ that colored all the earlier tales of youthful exuberance now plays a funeral dirge.—
David Glickman,
Pitchfork,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In the enlarged vision of the classics slowly taking shape in the American academy, Yanxiao has found an intellectual foothold.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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Maddix was born by emergency C-section with an enlarged heart that was causing a laundry list of other medical problems.—
Libby Smith,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Guests will have the opportunity to spend the night inside Hannah’s world, just steps from the ocean, and get a peek into the star’s legendary closet, where racks burst with glittering stage looks, sequined tops, and bold accessories.—
Charlie Vargas,
Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Participants wore sequined dresses, rhinestone boots, American flag capes and MAGA caps.—
Sarah Bahari,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Embroidered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embroidered. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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