Home Decor Vocabulary

verb to decorate or adorn something in a showy or gaudy manner

• The royal family decided to bedeck the palace with beautiful tapestries for the upcoming ball.
• She loves to bedeck her room with fairy lights and posters of her favorite band.
• Let's bedeck the party venue with streamers and balloons to make it more festive.
• His speech was bedecked with flowery language, but lacked substance.

noun a structure or container in which birds are kept or confined

• The bird cage was intricately designed with ornate metalwork.
• I bought a new bird cage for my pet parakeet.
• I scored a sweet bird cage at the thrift store for a steal.
• She felt trapped in a bird cage of her own making, unable to break free from her self-imposed limitations.

noun a large piece of cloth used as a covering for warmth

verb to cover completely with a blanket

• The blanket of snow covered the entire field, creating a picturesque scene.
• I love snuggling up with a warm blanket on the couch while watching movies.
• Let's grab a blanket and head to the park for a chill afternoon.
• His words provided a blanket of comfort during her time of need.

noun a collection of small, decorative items

• The antique shop was filled with a variety of bric-a-brac from different time periods.
• I love browsing through all the bric-a-brac at flea markets.
• My grandma's house is full of cool bric-a-brac she's collected over the years.
• His mind was like a cluttered room, filled with random bric-a-brac of thoughts and memories.

noun a cylindrical piece of wax with a wick in the middle that gives off light when it is burned

• The candle flickered softly in the dimly lit room.
• I love the cozy atmosphere created by a candle burning.
• Let's light a candle and chill out tonight.
• Her passion for justice burned like a candle in the darkness.

noun a soft, fluffy fiber that grows around the seeds of the cotton plant, used to make textiles such as clothing and bedding

• The textile industry relies heavily on the production of cotton for making various types of fabrics.
• I love wearing cotton shirts because they are so comfortable.
• I scored this cool cotton tee at the thrift shop for a steal.
• Her words were like soft cotton, bringing comfort and ease to the situation.

noun the quality of being delicately small and pretty

• The daintiness of the porcelain tea set added an elegant touch to the afternoon tea party.
• She admired the daintiness of the delicate lace trim on her new dress.
• I can't get over the daintiness of these mini cupcakes - they're so cute!
• Her words were delivered with such daintiness, despite the harsh message they conveyed.

noun a style or arrangement of decorations, furnishings, or features in a room or building

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• The interior designer carefully selected the décor for the new office space.
• I love the cozy décor in this coffee shop.
• Check out the cool décor in that new restaurant, it's lit!
• Her personality was like the décor in her home, vibrant and welcoming.

noun dinnerware

• The elegant dinnerware set was carefully arranged on the dining table for the formal dinner party.
• I love shopping for new dinnerware to add a touch of style to my kitchen.
• Check out this cool dinnerware I found at the thrift store!
• Her smile was as bright and polished as a set of fine dinnerware.

verb to make something more attractive by adding decorative details or features

adjective having been decorated or enhanced with extra details or features

• The artist embellished the painting with intricate details and gold leaf accents.
• She embellished her story about what happened at the party to make it more interesting.
• He totally embellished his resume to make himself look more qualified for the job.
• Her words were embellished with emotion, making her speech truly impactful.

noun a large retail store selling a wide variety of goods

• The emporium was filled with a wide array of high-end products.
• Let's check out that emporium for some cool stuff.
• I heard the emporium is the bomb for trendy clothes.
• Her mind was an emporium of creative ideas.

noun a material made by weaving, knitting, or felting fibers together

adjective related to or characteristic of fabric

• The fabric used in this dress is of high quality silk.
• I love the soft fabric of this sweater.
• That fabric is lit, where did you get it?
• The fabric of society is woven together by the threads of culture and tradition.

noun a bed made with a mattress filled with feathers

• The hotel room was elegantly furnished with a feather bed for maximum comfort.
• I love sinking into my cozy feather bed at the end of a long day.
• I crashed on my feather bed after the party last night.
• Her words felt like a soft feather bed, comforting and soothing to my soul.

adjective describing something as having feathers

• The bird had beautifully feathered wings that shimmered in the sunlight.
• I love how soft and feathered my new pillow is.
• Check out that feathered haircut, it's so retro!
• Her words were like feathered arrows, piercing through his defenses.

noun a small decorative object representing a human figure or animal

• The figurine on the mantelpiece was a rare and valuable collectible.
• I bought a cute little figurine to decorate my desk.
• Check out this cool figurine I scored at the flea market!
• Her smile was like a delicate figurine, fragile yet beautiful.

noun a structure made of brick, stone, or metal that holds an open fire in a house or room

• The elegant living room was adorned with a grand fireplace.
• Let's gather around the fireplace and roast marshmallows.
• The fireplace in that cabin is lit, let's chill there.
• Her passion for literature was like a cozy fireplace on a cold winter night.

noun a place near a fireplace or hearth where people gather for warmth and comfort

• The family gathered around the fireside to stay warm during the winter evening.
• Let's cozy up by the fireside and roast some marshmallows.
• I love chillin' by the fireside with a good book.
• Her words were like a comforting fireside on a cold night.

adjective describing something that is soft, fluffy, and resembling fleece

• The fleecy blanket provided warmth and comfort on the chilly night.
• I love snuggling up in my fleecy pajamas on lazy weekends.
• That fleecy hoodie is so cozy, I wear it everywhere.
• Her words were like a fleecy cloud, softening the harsh reality of the situation.

adjective describing something that is full of flowers or decorated with flowers; overly elaborate or ornate in style

• The author's writing style is very flowery, with elaborate descriptions and ornate language.
• I love how flowery her Instagram captions are, she always uses so many emojis and exclamation points.
• Her outfit is so flowery, she looks like she's ready for Coachella.
• His speech was flowery, full of empty promises and exaggerated claims.

noun Furnishing refers to the act of providing or supplying something, typically furniture or other decorative elements, for a room or building.

verb Furnishing can also be used as a verb to describe the act of providing or equipping a space with furniture or other items.

• The interior designer carefully selected the furnishing for the new office space.
• I love browsing through different furnishing options for my living room.
• Check out the cool furnishing in that apartment!
• His words were like the furnishing of a beautifully decorated room, adding warmth and character.

noun objects or accessories that make a room or place suitable for living or working

• The interior designer carefully selected the furnishings for the new office building.
• I love shopping for new furnishings to decorate my apartment.
• Let's hit up the thrift store for some cool furnishings for the living room.
• The artist used a variety of colors and textures to create a unique visual 'furnishings' in her painting.

noun a wreath or chain of flowers, leaves, or other material, worn for ornament or as an honor or hung on something as a decoration

adjective shining brightly with flashing points of light

• The chandelier in the ballroom was glittering with a thousand crystals.
• Her glittering dress caught everyone's eye at the party.
• That new highlighter is so glittering, it's perfect for a night out.
• The city skyline looked like a glittering jewel as the sun set behind it.

noun a thick cushion used as a footstool or for kneeling

• The elegant living room was furnished with a plush hassock for additional seating.
• I like to put my feet up on the hassock while watching TV.
• My grandma calls the hassock her 'footstool'.
• The hassock of responsibilities weighed heavily on his mind.

adjective resembling or suggesting a home, comfortable and cozy

• The interior design of the hotel rooms aims to create a homelike atmosphere for guests.
• I love how cozy and homelike my friend's apartment feels.
• This Airbnb rental is so homelike, I could stay here forever.
• The small town had a homelike charm that made visitors feel welcomed.

noun a party or celebration to mark the moving into a new home

• We are hosting a housewarming party to celebrate our new home.
• Hey, don't forget to come over for the housewarming!
• Let's throw a kick-ass housewarming bash!
• The success of the project was like a housewarming for the team.

verb past tense of hang, meaning to suspend or be suspended from above with the lower part not attached

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• The painting was carefully hung in the art gallery.
• I hung the picture frame on the wall.
• Let's hang out at the mall this weekend.
• The tension in the room hung heavy in the air.

noun a piece of furniture with doors and shelves, used for storage or display

• The antique hutch in the dining room is a beautiful piece of furniture.
• I found a cute hutch at the flea market for a great price.
• I'm thinking of putting my plants in that hutch over there.
• The teacher's desk was like a hutch, filled with all sorts of supplies.

noun the inner or internal part; the inside

adjective situated within or inside; relating to the inside of something

• The interior of the building was elegantly designed with high ceilings and large windows.
• I love the interior of this cafe, it's so cozy and inviting.
• Check out the interior of that car, it's totally tricked out with custom lights and a killer sound system.
• His calm exterior belied the turbulent interior emotions he was feeling.

noun a small decorative object, trinket, or ornament

• The antique shop was filled with delicate knickknacks from different eras.
• I like to collect little knickknacks to decorate my room.
• Check out all the cool knickknacks I found at the thrift store!
• His mind was cluttered with useless knickknacks of information.

noun a delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern

verb to fasten or tighten with a lace

• The delicate lace on her wedding dress was handcrafted by skilled artisans.
• She bought a cute lace top for the party tonight.
• I'm loving the lace details on those sneakers.
• His words were laced with sarcasm, making it clear he was not happy.

noun a device for giving light, either one consisting of an electric bulb together with its holder and shade or cover, or one burning gas or a liquid fuel and consisting of a wick or mantle and a glass shade

• The lamp in the study provides ample lighting for reading and working.
• I always forget to turn off the lamp before going to bed.
• Hey, can you help me fix this lamp? It's been acting up lately.
• Her smile lit up the room like a lamp in the darkness.

noun molten rock expelled by a volcano during an eruption

• The lava from the volcano flowed down the mountainside, destroying everything in its path.
• Dude, did you see that lava flow? It was insane!
• The lava was lit, bro!
• Her anger bubbled up inside her like molten lava.

noun a type of fabric woven from flax yarns

adjective made of or resembling linen fabric

• The hotel room was furnished with high-quality linen sheets.
• I love the feel of linen clothing in the summer.
• That linen shirt is so on point.
• Her words were as smooth and cool as linen on a hot day.

verb to take great pleasure or delight in something; to indulge in something luxurious or pleasurable

• Guests at the five-star resort can luxuriate in the spa's world-class treatments.
• I love to luxuriate in a bubble bath after a long day at work.
• Let's just chill and luxuriate in the comfort of this cozy couch.
• As an artist, I luxuriate in the freedom of expressing my creativity without boundaries.

noun a reflective surface that shows an image of whatever is in front of it

verb to reflect or represent something accurately or truthfully

• She gazed at her reflection in the mirror, adjusting her hair with precision.
• I can't believe how clear this mirror is, it makes me look great!
• Check yourself out in the mirror before we head out.
• The painting serves as a mirror to society, reflecting its values and beliefs.

noun household linen, such as tablecloths and napkins

• The fine dining restaurant uses only the best napery for their tables.
• I need to buy some new napery for our dinner party next week.
• I spilled my drink all over the napery, oops!
• The napery of her words was delicate and refined, like a carefully set table.

noun a gray alloy of tin with copper and antimony that is used for making utensils and other items

• The artisan crafted a beautiful pewter vase using traditional techniques.
• I found a cool pewter necklace at the flea market.
• That pewter mug is totally rad!
• Her voice had a pewter quality to it, cold and metallic.

noun a removable covering for a pillow, usually made of fabric

• The hotel provides clean pillowcases for each guest to use during their stay.
• I love how soft my new pillowcase feels against my face at night.
• I accidentally spilled soda on my pillowcase, now it's all sticky.
• Her smile was like a fresh pillowcase, bringing comfort and warmth to everyone around her.

adjective Describing something as very small in size, similar to the size of a pint

• The pint-sized girl stood out among her classmates due to her small stature.
• I can't believe how much energy that pint-sized puppy has!
• That pint-sized car is perfect for zipping around the city.
• Despite his pint-sized appearance, the young boy had a big heart.

noun a type of ceramic material made from clay and other materials, often used for making dishes and decorative items

• The delicate porcelain vase was carefully displayed in the museum.
• I accidentally broke my mom's porcelain figurine.
• That porcelain teapot is so boujee.
• Her skin was smooth and flawless, like porcelain.

noun a collection or mixture of miscellaneous things

• The potpourri of scents in the room created a pleasant atmosphere.
• I love how the potpourri makes the room smell so nice.
• This potpourri is lit, it's making the whole house smell amazing.
• The event was a potpourri of different activities and entertainment options.

adjective Attractive or charming in an old-fashioned way; pleasantly unusual or different.

• The quaint little village was untouched by modern development.
• I love the quaint vibe of this coffee shop.
• That house is so quaint, it's like something out of a fairytale.
• Her quaint sense of humor always lightens the mood.

adjective relating to or suitable for a king or queen; royal

• The queen's regal attire was adorned with jewels and intricate embroidery.
• She carried herself with a regal air, as if she were royalty.
• That car is so regal, it's like a king on wheels.
• The regal sunset painted the sky in hues of gold and purple.

noun a coarse plaster used to finish exterior walls

verb to cover with roughcast

• The roughcast finish on the exterior walls provides a textured appearance.
• I like the roughcast look on that old building.
• That roughcast job looks pretty rough, dude.
• Her roughcast exterior hid a kind and gentle soul within.

noun a decorative wall bracket for holding candles or other lights

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• The sconce on the wall provided elegant lighting in the dining room.
• I love the sconce my mom put up in the living room, it really brightens up the space.
• Check out that cool sconce in the hallway, it's so hip.
• Her intelligence was like a sconce, illuminating every room she entered.

noun a dish, tray, or other item made of or coated with silver

• The elegant dinner party featured fine china and silver plate for each guest.
• My grandma always brings out the silver plate for special occasions.
• I scored a sweet deal on a vintage silver plate at the flea market.
• His words were like a polished silver plate, smooth and pleasing to hear.

verb to physically rest one's weight on something, typically a seat or surface

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

• Please do not sit on the fragile antique chair.
• Hey, why don't you come sit on the couch with me?
• Let's go sit on the swings at the park.
• I feel like my problems are just too heavy to sit on right now.

noun a long upholstered seat typically with a back and arms, for two or more people to sit on

• The elegant sofa in the living room perfectly complements the overall decor.
• I love lounging on the sofa while watching TV.
• Let's chill on the sofa and catch up on the latest gossip.
• She felt like a sofa, always supporting others but never getting the same in return.

noun A painting or drawing of an arrangement of objects, typically including fruit and flowers and objects contrasting with these in texture, such as bowls and glassware.

• The artist painted a beautiful still life of flowers and fruit.
• I love looking at those cool still life paintings with all the pretty flowers.
• Check out that dope still life artwork with the funky colors.
• His desk looked like a still life of chaos with papers and pens scattered everywhere.

adjective worn to the point of being thin and tattered

• The threadbare curtains in the old mansion were in desperate need of replacement.
• I can't believe you're still wearing those threadbare jeans from high school.
• Her excuse for being late was so threadbare, nobody believed her.
• The threadbare relationship between the two countries was on the brink of collapse.

verb to make small changes to something in order to improve its appearance

• The interior designer was hired to titivate the office space before the grand opening.
• I need to titivate my outfit before the party tonight.
• She spent hours titivating her hair before the big date.
• The artist titivated the painting with intricate details to make it truly stand out.

noun In Roman mythology, Vesta is the goddess of the hearth, home, and family.

adjective Vesta can also be used as an adjective to describe things related to the goddess Vesta or the hearth.

• Vesta is the second-largest asteroid in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
• I heard that Vesta is a really big asteroid out there.
• Yo, did you see that pic of Vesta? It's massive!
• Her dedication to her work was like a Vesta burning bright in the night sky.

noun a circular band of flowers, leaves, or other material, worn as an ornament or for laying on a grave

• The wreath was carefully crafted with fresh flowers and greenery for the ceremony.
• I hung the wreath on the front door to add a festive touch to our home.
• Check out the cool wreath I made for the holiday party!
• The wreath of lies she spun eventually caught up with her and led to her downfall.

noun a decorative arrangement of items on a table, typically for a special occasion or event

• The event planner created a stunning tablescape for the wedding reception.
• I love how she set up the tablescape for the dinner party.
• Check out the awesome tablescape she put together for the backyard BBQ.
• Her attention to detail in creating a tablescape is like painting a beautiful picture with dishes and decorations.

noun the activity or art of arranging and decorating a table for a special event or occasion

• The event planner spent hours tablescaping for the wedding reception.
• I love tablescaping for dinner parties, it's so much fun!
• Let's get together this weekend and do some tablescaping for the BBQ.
• She has a knack for tablescaping her life, always arranging things perfectly.

noun a feeling of happiness or pleasure that is caused by something

verb to bring about a feeling of happiness or pleasure

adjective describing something that brings about a feeling of happiness or pleasure

• The minimalist approach to decluttering is to only keep items that spark joy.
• I Marie Kondo'd my closet and only kept the clothes that spark joy.
• Throw out anything that doesn't spark joy, it's just clutter.
• Her smile sparked joy in everyone around her.

noun a lampshade or light fixture that diffuses light

preposition a French term that literally means 'to beat down' or 'to lower'

• The abat-jour in the living room casts a soft and warm glow in the evenings.
• I love the abat-jour in this room, it really sets the mood.
• Check out that cool abat-jour, it's so chic!
• Her smile was like an abat-jour, lighting up the whole room.

noun a French term for lampshades or shades for lamps

• The interior designer recommended using abat-jours to enhance the lighting in the room.
• I found some cute abat-jours for my bedroom at the home decor store.
• I'm not sure if abat-jours are really my style, but I'll give them a try.
• The abat-jours of knowledge illuminated the path to success.

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

• It is important to accessorise your outfit with the right jewelry and handbag.
• Don't forget to accessorise with a cool hat and some funky sunglasses.
• She always knows how to accessorise like a boss.
• Learning how to accessorise your speech with humor can make you a more engaging speaker.