adorn
Verb
Medium difficulty
What does “adorn” mean?
verb.to make more beautiful or attractive.
SAT Usage
This verb is often found in passages related to art, design, or cultural practices, emphasizing the enhancement of beauty or aesthetics. It conveys a sense of intentional embellishment, distinguishing it from synonyms like "decorate," which may imply a more superficial or less meaningful enhancement.
Common Confusions
Adorn implies a purposeful enhancement to beauty or aesthetics, while decorate usually suggests a more superficial or less meaningful embellishment.
Do not choose adorn if the context emphasizes simplicity or plainness rather than making something more beautiful or attractive.
Example Sentences
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Fresh flowers adorned every table at the ceremony.
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She decided to adorn the room with flowers for the celebration.