ornamental
0 antonyms and opposites of ornamental, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Serving as decoration rather than having any practical use.
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How to use ornamental
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From ornament + -al.
Full origin of ornamental →Frequently asked questions
What does “ornamental” mean?
The word “ornamental” means serving as decoration rather than having any practical use. In plain terms, decorative rather than functional.
How do you pronounce “ornamental”?
“Ornamental” is pronounced aw-nuh-MEHN-tuhl (/ˌɔɹ.nəˈmɛn.təl/ in IPA).
How do you use “ornamental” in a sentence?
Here is “ornamental” used in a sentence: “The fountain is purely ornamental.”
What part of speech is “ornamental”?
Depending on how it is used, “ornamental” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “ornamental” a common word?
“Ornamental” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “ornamental” have?
“Ornamental” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: serving as decoration rather than having any practical use.