Decorate

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛkərˌeɪt/

Decorate (verb)

  1. To make something look more attractive by adding items or colors.
  2. To give someone a medal or award for their achievements.
  3. To change the inside of a building by adding furniture or paint.

Examples

  • They decorate the room with flowers.
  • We decorate the cake with icing.

Common collocations: decorate with flowers, decorate beautifully, decorate for bravery, decorated with medals, decorate a room

Synonyms of Decorate

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Decorate

  • removing decorations
  • damaging appearance