Decorative Elements

7 words in this vocabulary list

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case 'beribboned' describes something that has ribbons attached

  • The gift was beautifully beribboned with a luxurious satin bow.
  • She showed up to the party with her hair beribboned in colorful strands.
  • The car was all beribboned with streamers for the parade.
  • His words were beribboned with flattery, but lacked sincerity.

verb to make something more attractive or beautiful

  • The interior designer was hired to pretty up the office space with new furniture and decor.
  • I need to pretty up my outfit before going out tonight.
  • Let's pretty up this room before our guests arrive.
  • She used makeup to pretty up her face before the big event.

noun a sound or series of sounds, such as those made by small bells or flowing water

verb the action of making a light, clear ringing sound

  • The tinkling of the wind chimes added a soothing atmosphere to the garden.
  • I love the tinkling sound of ice cubes in a glass of soda.
  • The tinkling of her laughter filled the room with joy.
  • The tinkling of coins in his pocket signaled his wealth and success.

verb to surround or encircle something in a ring or curve

adjective surrounded or covered with something, typically a wreath

  • The wreathed wreath was carefully placed on the memorial statue.
  • She wreathed her hair with flowers for the music festival.
  • The graffiti artist wreathed the wall with colorful designs.
  • His face was wreathed in smiles when he saw the surprise party.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

  • The antique vase serves as the perfect accent piece in the living room.
  • I found this cool accent piece at the flea market for my bookshelf.
  • Check out this funky accent piece I picked up at the thrift store.
  • Her infectious laughter was like an accent piece that brightened up the whole room.

verb to add or wear accessories to enhance or complement something, such as an outfit

  • It is important to accessorize your outfit with the right jewelry and handbag.
  • Don't forget to accessorize with a cute scarf or hat.
  • I love how you accessorize your look with those funky sunglasses.
  • She knew how to accessorize her words to make them more impactful.

verb to add or wear accessories to enhance the appearance of something

  • Accessorizing plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall look of an outfit.
  • I love accessorizing my outfits with fun jewelry and scarves.
  • She's a pro at accessorizing her outfits to make them pop.
  • In a way, accessorizing is like adding the finishing touches to a masterpiece.