Ornate

Pronunciation: /ɔrˈneɪt/

Definitions of ornate

adjective elaborately or excessively decorated

Example Sentences

A1 The room was decorated with ornate curtains and gold accents.

A2 She wore an ornate necklace that sparkled in the sunlight.

B1 The cathedral was known for its ornate architecture and intricate carvings.

B2 The ornate chandelier hanging in the ballroom was a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

C1 The ornate tapestries in the palace depicted scenes from ancient mythology.

C2 The ornate details of the antique furniture showed the skill of the artisan who crafted them.

Examples of ornate in a Sentence

formal The ornate chandelier hanging in the ballroom was a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

informal I love how ornate the decorations are in this old mansion.

slang That restaurant is so fancy, everything is all ornate and stuff.

figurative Her speech was like an ornate tapestry, woven with intricate details and vivid imagery.

Grammatical Forms of ornate

• past tense: ornated
• plural: ornates
• comparative: more ornate
• superlative: most ornate
• present tense: ornates
• future tense: will ornate
• perfect tense: has ornated
• continuous tense: is ornating
• singular: ornate
• positive degree: ornate
• infinitive: to ornate
• gerund: ornating
• participle: ornated

Origin and Evolution of ornate

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ornate' originated from the Latin word 'ornatus' meaning adorned or embellished.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ornate' has retained its meaning of being elaborately decorated or embellished, but has also come to be associated with elegance and beauty in design.