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adornment (noun)

An adornment is a decoration or ornament added to someone or something to enhance its beauty or appearance. It can refer to physical objects like jewelry and ribbons, or the general act of making something more attractive through additional elements.

💬 Example

"She wore a simple pearl necklace as her only adornment for the evening."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'A Door' with a 'ment' (mint) on it. You put a mint on a door to ADORN it. Adornment is the mint!

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
decoration ornament embellishment garnish accessory
⚠️ Common Mistakes

I want to adornment my room. → I want to adorn my room.

He looked at the baby with great adornment. → He looked at the baby with great adoration.

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