adornment
gb/ədˈɔɹnmənt/ us/ədˈɔɹnmənt/
C1
English
dísz, díszítés
NOUN
C1
1
dísz
A2
Usage pattern:
[an adornment] (to/for) [something] | [adornments]
The necklace was a simple adornment that brightened her outfit.
A nyaklánc egyszerű dísz volt, amely feldobta az öltözékét.
The room felt calmer after they removed most of the wall adornments.
A szoba nyugodtabbnak hatott, miután leszedték a legtöbb falidíszt.
Fresh flowers are a cheap adornment for the table.
Learner examples
She wore a small adornment in her hair.
Kis díszt viselt a hajában.
The vase is an adornment on the shelf.
A váza dísz a polcon.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse adornment (a decoration) with advertisement (marketing).
Meaning
decoration that makes attractive
Collocations
hair adornment
|bridal adornments
|gold adornment
|floral adornment
|decorative adornments
|ornate adornments
|simple adornment
|traditional adornments
|costume adornments
|adornments and accessories
Synonyms
ornament (Very close in meaning; often suggests something decorative and non-essential.)
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decoration (Broader and more everyday; can refer to any decorative item.)
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embellishment (Often suggests added decorative detail, sometimes excessive.)
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accessory (Common in fashion; may be practical as well as decorative.)
Antonyms
plainness (The absence of decoration or extra detail.)
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simplicity (A style with few or no decorative extras.)
Themes
appearance
|fashion
|arts_culture
|daily_life
Definition
something you add or wear to look nicer.
something that is worn or added to a person or thing to make it look more attractive.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
díszítés
B1
Usage pattern:
the adornment of [something]
The building’s adornment reflects the tastes of the period.
Az épület díszítése a korszak ízlését tükrözi.
They argued over the adornment of the stage for the ceremony.
A ceremónia színpadának díszítéséről vitatkoztak.
In this style, structure matters more than adornment.
Learner examples
The adornment of the hall took all afternoon.
A terem díszítése egész délután eltartott.
Common mistake:
Learners may use adornment where decoration is more natural in casual speech.
Meaning
act of decorating something
Collocations
the adornment of the church
|the adornment of the home
|architectural adornment
|interior adornment
|excessive adornment
|simple adornment
|rich adornment
|ornamental adornment
|adornment and decoration
|adornment of the façade
Synonyms
decoration (More common and neutral; can refer to the act or the items used.)
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ornamentation (Often used for design details on buildings or objects; slightly technical/formal.)
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embellishment (Focuses on added decorative details, sometimes unnecessary.)
Antonyms
austerity (A style that avoids decoration.)
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simplicity (A preference for minimal decoration.)
Themes
arts_culture
|appearance
|home
Definition
the way something is decorated.
the act, process, or style of decorating something; ornamentation.
NOUN
C2
FORMAL
3
dísz
B2
Usage pattern:
an adornment to [place/group/thing]
Her research is an adornment to the institution as well as a real contribution.
Kutatása nemcsak valódi hozzájárulás, hanem az intézmény dísze is.
The park is an adornment to the neighborhood.
A park a környék dísze.
He was praised as an adornment to the profession.
Learner examples
The new library is an adornment to the town.
Az új könyvtár a város dísze.
Common mistake:
This figurative use is formal; in everyday speech, people often say credit, pride, or asset instead.
Meaning
person or thing adding distinction
Collocations
an adornment to the city
|an adornment to the university
|a cultural adornment
|a moral adornment
|a social adornment
|an adornment of society
|an adornment to the community
Synonyms
asset (Emphasizes usefulness or value rather than beauty.)
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credit (Emphasizes honor or praise brought to someone or something.)
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pride (Emphasizes something admired and celebrated.)
Antonyms
disgrace (Something that brings shame rather than honor or attractiveness.)
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liability (Something that is a burden rather than a benefit.)
Themes
society
|evaluation
|education
Definition
someone or something that makes a place or group look better.
a person or thing that makes a place, group, or situation seem more impressive or attractive.
Grammar
Dictionary form
adornment
IPA
GB/ədˈɔɹnmənt/
US/ədˈɔɹnmənt/
Syllables & stress
ad - orn - ment (3 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (orn)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: adornment
- Plural: adornment, adornments
Word family
Expressions
an adornment to [place/group/thing]
1/ən ədˈɔɹnmənt tə plˈeɪsɡɹˈupθɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
adds honor or beauty
make a place or group look better.
Examples
- The new museum is an adornment to the waterfront.
- She is widely regarded as an adornment to the department.
- The award was described as an adornment to the company’s reputation.
Learner examples
- The garden is an adornment to the house.
for adornment
1/fɚ ədˈɔɹnmənt/
fixed phrase
formal
for decoration, not function
only to make something look nicer.
Examples
- The beads were worn for adornment rather than to show status.
- Some buttons on the jacket are purely for adornment.
- The extra stitching is there for adornment, not strength.
Learner examples
- These flowers are for adornment.
personal adornment
1/pˈɚsənəl ədˈɔɹnmənt/
fixed phrase
jewelry and decorative accessories
things like jewelry you wear to look nice.
Examples
- The store sells watches and other items of personal adornment.
- In some cultures, tattoos are considered a form of personal adornment.
- She chose simple personal adornment for the interview.
Learner examples
- Earrings are personal adornment.
without adornment
1/wɪðˈaʊt ədˈɔɹnmənt/
fixed phrase
literary
plain; not decorated
simple, with no decoration.
Examples
- The room was painted white and left without adornment.
- He spoke without adornment, focusing on the facts.
- The design is elegant even without adornment.
Learner examples
- The wall is without adornment.