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Meaning of ornate
The primary meaning of the word "ornate" is to describe something that is elaborately or intricately decorated.
Etymology of ornate
The word "ornate" comes from the Latin "ornatus", which is the past participle of "ornare", meaning "to equip" or "to adorn"
Historically, the word has been used to describe objects, buildings, or language that are decorated with intricate or elaborate details
Synonyms
elaborate
intricate
fancy
decorative
ornamental
embellished
adorned
ornamented
luxurious
lavish
sumptuous
ostentatious
showy
flashy
gaudy
ornatus
resplendent
majestic
grandiose
baroque
rococo
intricate
complicated
complex
convoluted
detailed
elaborate
flamboyant
flowery
fussy
garnished
gilt
glittering
grand
intricate
lavish
luxurious
magnificent
ornamental
ostentatious
overdone
pompous
pretentious
resplendent
rhetorical
rich
showy
sumptuous
upholstered
flashy
garish
kitschy
meretricious
tacky
tawdry
overwrought
Definitions
- Having a lot of complicated or intricate details, especially in a way that is considered beautiful or attractive
- * Elaborately or intricately decorated
Usage Examples
- The palace was famous for its ornate architecture and beautiful gardens
- * She wore an ornate necklace that sparkled under the lights
- * The writer's ornate prose made the story difficult to follow
Antonyms
simple
plain
unadorned
austere
bare
barren
stark
unembellished
unornamented
undecorated
unelaborated
straightforward
uncomplicated
uninvolved
unostentatious
restrained
subdued
understated
modest
humble
unassuming
unpretentious
Spartan
ascetic
severe
somber
dull
bland
flat
mundane
ordinary
everyday
run-of-the-mill
uninspired
unimaginative