decorated — having been made more attractive by adding ornaments or other items
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having been made more attractive by adding ornaments or other items
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdekəreɪtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's house is so heavily decorated that even the toilet paper holder has little flowers on it.
- The decorated police officer received another medal for his outstanding service.
- She decorated her laptop so much that it looks like a unicorn exploded on it.
decorated
ADJECTIVE[/ˈdekəreɪtɪd/]
having been made more attractive by adding ornaments or other items
The war hero stood proudly, his chest decorated with shining medals from every campaign.
DE(design) + COR(corner) — the empty corner became beautifully decorated with lights and plants.
From the old door to the dusty floor, the whole hallway became beautifully decorated.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'decoratus', the past participle of 'decorare' meaning 'to adorn or beautify'. The root 'decor' relates to beauty, grace, and what is fitting or proper.
Breakdown
decor- (beauty, grace) + -ated (past participle suffix showing completed action)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's house is so heavily decorated that even the toilet paper holder has little flowers on it.”
“The decorated police officer received another medal for his outstanding service.”
“She decorated her laptop so much that it looks like a unicorn exploded on it.”
“The decorated wedding venue was absolutely stunning.”
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