adornment
nounHow many syllables in adornment?
There are 3 syllables in the word adornment.How to pronounce adornment:
Definition of adornment:
- adornment (noun):
- the action of adorning the state of being adorned
- the action of decorating yourself with something colorful and interesting.
- a small item, such as a bag or belt, worn or carried by someone to complete his or her outfit
Synonyms for adornment:
accessory
band
banding
bangle
bauble
beautifier
beauty spot
boutonniere
caparison
circlet
cordon
decoration
diamante
doodad
embellishment
epaulet
fallal
festoon
flounce
fob
frill
frippery
frog
frontal
frontlet
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Antonyms for adornment:
disfigurement
disgrace
injury
plainness
simplification
spoliation
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