decorative
Translation
decorative, ornamental
Examples
The plate is purely decorative.
The plate is purely decorative.
She added a decorative border to the page.
She added a decorative border to the page.
Grammar Patterns
be + ((decorative)) (as a predicate) to be intended to be attractive The plate is purely decorative.
((decorative)) + noun (modifying a noun) intended to be attractive She added a decorative border to the page.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ornamental, aesthetic; Antonyms: functional, plain
Etymology
From Latin 'decorare' (to adorn). The suffix '-ive' makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
If something is 'decorat-IVE', it is meant to be looked at, not used. It's for the 'EYE'.