Decorate meaning

What does “decorate” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“decorate” is a verb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc..

decorate

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
“Decorate the room for the party”
“beautify yourself for the special day”
Synonymsadorn grace ornament embellish beautify
be beautiful to look at
“Flowers adorned the tables everywhere”
Synonymsdeck adorn grace embellish beautify
award a mark of honor, such as a medal, to
“He was decorated for his services in the military”
provide with decoration
“dress the windows”
Synonymsdress

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University