decorative

Meanings

• adjective

  Making things attractive or appealing by adding ornament, art, or design.

  - "The room was decorated with beautiful flowers and paintings."
  - "She wore a decorative necklace for the special occasion."

• noun

  An object that is intended to make a room or building look more attractive.

  - "The store sells a wide variety of decorative items for the home."
  - "The Christmas tree was the centerpiece of the decorative display."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with decorative
adorn,ornate,mate,fate,create,debate

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Variants

List of all variants of decorative that leads to same result
decorative , decoratively , decorativeness , decorativenesses , decorative art , decorative arts

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word decorare, meaning to adorn or embellish.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'decorative arts' was first used in the 18th century to distinguish fine arts from applied arts.

2. Decorative items have been used for religious and symbolic purposes throughout history.

3. The art of calligraphy is considered a decorative art form.

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Related Concepts

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1. ornament: An object or design used to make something more attractive or impressive.

2. decor: The style and appearance of a room or building, including its furnishings and decorative items.

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Culture

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Decorative arts have played a significant role in various cultures throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. They include painting, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, and metalwork.

How to Memorize "decorative"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a room being transformed into a beautiful space with decorative items.
   - Imagine adding flowers, paintings, and other decorative elements to a room.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'decorative' with the idea of making things more attractive or appealing.
   - Think of decorative items as objects that add beauty and charm to a space.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym D.E.C.O.R.A.T.I.V.E. to remember the definitions: Decorative - Making things attractive or appealing, Ornament - An object used to make something more attractive, Art - Creative work, Textiles - Fabrics, and Vessels - Containers.

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