Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ornamental
Adjective
/ˌɔːr.nəˈmen.təl/
Definition
Serving or intended as an ornament; decorative rather than functional.
Examples
- The garden was filled with ornamental shrubs and flowers.
- She wore an ornamental necklace that caught the light beautifully.
- The artist created an ornamental pattern on the pottery.
Meaning
The term ‘ornamental’ refers to items or features that are used for decoration rather than to perform a specific function.
Synonyms
- decorative
- embellished
- adorned
- garnished
- fancy
