Definition of Embellishment
Embellishment
em·bel·lish·ment
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a decorative feature or detail that is added to something to make it more attractive;
e.g. He has planned one final embellishment to his design.
(noun)
the action or process of adding decorative details, i.e. the action of embellishing something;
e.g. She finished the embellishment of the costume with sequins, and then it was ready to wear.
(noun)
a detail, especially one that is exaggerated or untrue, that is added to a story or statement in order to make it seem more interesting, or the action of adding such details;
e.g. She didn't add any embellishment to her account of what had happened.
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