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adjective

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as in wreathed

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verb

past tense of garland
as in draped

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for garlanded
  1. draped
  2. fringed
  3. festooned
  4. embroidered
  5. mounted
  6. embossed
  7. bejeweled
  8. sequined
Verb
  • The tortoises live in a sheltered habitat ringed by barbed wire and draped in netting.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
  • North Carolina At the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, a Christmas tree stands over 35 feet tall in the estate’s Banquet Hall, draped with thousands of twinkling lights, intricate ornaments, and luxurious ribbons.
    Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of draped
Adjective
  • Kaia Gerber and Erykah Badu incorporated boho elements into their wardrobes, pairing graphic tees with a ruffled skirt and fringed jacket, respectively.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The sleeveless gown included a high slit accented by fringed ties along the side.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of fringed
Verb
  • Acolytes festooned in colorful uniforms marched in the streets, sharing festive music on brass instruments to bring in the holidays.
    Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In Northeast Ohio, the Griswold House in Wadsworth is festooned with 25,000 twinkle lights, just like the film.
    Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of festooned
Adjective
  • Needless to say, Sabyasachi is a big proponent of a daring wardrobe, whether that means ditching the LBD cocktail standard for a fanciful embroidered look or setting a table with unexpected creative bravado.
    Bridget Foley, Town & Country, 28 Nov. 2022
  • The interior also sports signature quilting, along with embroidered Speed badging on the headrests and a Speed plaque in the treadplate.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2021
Definition of embroidered
Verb
  • Still, as evidence mounted that some groups — including young people and people with mental disabilities — were more susceptible to false confessions, legislators began to take notice.
    Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The projector comes mounted to its own stand, which can tilt the unit across 260 degrees for versatile placement options – including ceiling throws.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of mounted
Adjective
  • The bride wore a sweetheart rhinestone floor-length dress, while the groom opted for an all-white embossed suit.
    Emily Weaver, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The embossed, bandana–esque print is such a nice touch, as is the gold chain strap.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of embossed
Adjective
  • If coquette ribbons aren’t your speed, consider a bejeweled headband instead.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
  • When Kate Spade’s best stuff, from classic totes to bejeweled cardigans, are up to 50% off, what more must be said?
    Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of bejeweled
Adjective
  • See impersonators put on a sequined, seasonal show at Metro Music Hall.
    Erin Alberty, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Washington donned a sleeveless black dress by Giambattista Valli, which included a sequined lace panel, a bedazzled neckline and a bow appliqué.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of sequined
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