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UK/["/ˈdekəreɪt/","/ˈdekəreɪts/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪd/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪŋ/"]/US/["/ˈdekəreɪt/","/ˈdekəreɪts/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪd/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Decorate

to make something look more attractive by putting things on it

In simple words: To make something look better by adding things to it.

Decorate in a sentence

  • We decided to decorate the living room for the holidays.
  • She loves to decorate her cakes with colorful icing.
  • You can decorate your room with posters and fairy lights.
  • For the wedding, they wanted to decorate the venue in a vintage style.
  • He was hired to decorate the new restaurant to give it a modern look.
  • The artist will decorate the walls of the building with murals.

How to use Decorate

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly used during celebrations, home improvement, or art projects. Avoid using in technical contexts unrelated to aesthetics.

Grammar pattern

decorate + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'decorator' making a cake look beautiful.

Related words

Collocations with Decorate

Synonyms for Decorate

  • embellish
  • adorn
  • enhance
  • ornament
  • dress up

Opposites of Decorate

  • undecorate
  • strip
  • remove decorations

Common mistakes with Decorate

  • Using 'decorated' instead of 'decorate' in present tense.
  • Confusing 'decorate' with 'adorne' (which is less common).
  • Omitting the object, saying 'I will decorate' without specifying what.

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Frequently asked questions about Decorate

What does Decorate mean?

To make something look better by adding things to it.

What is the definition of Decorate?

to make something look more attractive by putting things on it

How do you use Decorate in a sentence?

We decided to decorate the living room for the holidays.

Can you give another example of Decorate?

She loves to decorate her cakes with colorful icing.

What are synonyms for Decorate?

Common alternatives include embellish, adorn, enhance, ornament, dress up.

What is the opposite of Decorate?

Opposite meanings include undecorate, strip, remove decorations.

What words go with Decorate?

It commonly pairs with elaborately, gaily, heavily, with, nicely, pleasantly, tastefully, in, for, highly decorated.

What are common mistakes when using Decorate?

Using 'decorated' instead of 'decorate' in present tense. Confusing 'decorate' with 'adorne' (which is less common). Omitting the object, saying 'I will decorate' without specifying what.

How do you pronounce Decorate?

US: /["/ˈdekəreɪt/","/ˈdekəreɪts/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪd/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdekəreɪt/","/ˈdekəreɪts/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪd/","/ˈdekəreɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Decorate?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Commonly used during celebrations, home improvement, or art projects. Avoid using in technical contexts unrelated to aesthetics.

What CEFR level is Decorate?

"Decorate" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.