Pronunciation

/dɪˈkəʊrət/

Definitions

Noun

Decorate is a noun that refers to the act of arranging objects, colors, or patterns to enhance the appearance of a space, surface, or event. It can also denote the items used for this purpose, such as decorations.

Verb

As a verb, decorate means to adorn or embellish something with design, artwork, or other embellishments, often for a festive or aesthetic purpose.

Phrases

• “Decorate a room” means to arrange furniture and accessories to make a space look attractive.
• “Decorate for Christmas” is a common expression to prepare a home for the holiday season.
• “Decorate an event” involves arranging settings and aesthetics for parties, weddings, or other gatherings.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The house was beautifully decorated with fresh flowers and colorful balloons.”
• Verb: “She spent hours decorating the walls with her latest art pieces.”
• Verb: “The children helped their mother to decorate the cake for their birthday party.”

Synonyms

• Ornament
• Furnish
• Adorn
• Embellish
• Decorate (already a synonym, but included for completeness)
• Beautify
• Enhance

Antonyms

• Undecorate
• Strip (of decorations)
• Bare (of decorations)