adorn meaning
UK US /əˈdɔrn/ 2 syllables
adorn (verb): make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc..
adorn has 3 meanings in this dictionary.
adorn as a verb
- make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
- Decorate the room for the party
- beautify yourself for the special day
Synonyms: decorate, grace, ornament, embellish, beautify
Type of: change
Kinds: wreathe, encrust, braid, embroider, stick, illustrate, garland, fledge, spangle, foliate, flag, caparison
Related forms: adornment
- be beautiful to look at
- Flowers adorned the tables everywhere
Synonyms: deck, decorate, grace, embellish, beautify
Type of: be
Kinds: ornament
Related forms: adornment
- furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
Type of: equip
How to pronounce adorn
adorn is pronounced /əˈdɔrn/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Words that rhyme with adorn
Word lists: words starting with AD · words ending in RN · 5-letter words
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