American English pronunciation

How to pronounce decorative

IPA transcription: ['dɛkɹətɪv]

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Adjective

  • serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose

    “cosmetic fenders on cars”

    “the buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative”

Usage examples

  • Born also designed the decorative station graphics.
  • Such overlaps are typically decorative rather than structurally supportive.
  • In recent years, decorative pillows have been revived as an artistic medium.
  • She was a founder and later President, of the Society of Decorative Art.
  • Their salt glaze decorative products became known as 'Doulton Ware'.
  • Sometimes drilled holes are used for decorative purposes.
  • The architecture of the clubhouse is primarily Colonial Revival with Art Moderne decorative elements.
  • The entrance features three vertical window bays with decorative aluminum mullions.
  • These pet products are often sewn together with decorative ribbon or cotton fabric.
  • The decorative plasterwork was executed by James Henderson of York.