embellishment
Translation
embellishment, decoration, ornamentation
Examples
The dress had no embellishment.
The dress had no embellishment.
His story was full of embellishment.
His story was full of embellishment.
Grammar Patterns
embellishment ((on sth.)) a decorative detail added to something The dress had no embellishment.
a story with/without embellishment a story with/without added, untrue details His story was full of embellishment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decoration, ornamentation; (for stories) exaggeration
Etymology
From French 'embellir' (to make beautiful), from 'em-' (to make) + 'bel' (beautiful).
Memory Tips
Think of adding 'bells' to something to make it more beautiful or ornate.