decorated (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛkəreɪt/

Definition

To make something look more attractive by adding extra items or colors.

Examples

• They decided to decorate the living room with new paint and furniture.

• We will decorate the cake with frosting and sprinkles.

• The soldiers were decorated for their bravery in battle.

How to Use decorated

decorate with (prepositional phrase)

To add items to something to make it more attractive. — "We will decorate the house with flowers for the party."

decorate for (prepositional phrase)

To add items to something for a specific occasion or purpose. — "They decorated the church for the wedding."

Synonyms of decorated

Words with a similar meaning to decorated:

• adorn
• embellish
• ornament
• garnish

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