adorn
uh-DAWN
Adorn (verb) means to decorate something to make it more attractive. Example: “Gold thread adorned the edges of the gown.”
verb
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To decorate something to make it more attractive.
"A gallery of paintings was adorned with the works of some of the great masters."
"a character adorned with every Christian grace"
"Gold thread adorned the edges of the gown."
"Flowers adorned every table at the wedding."
How to use adorn
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo decorate or beautify something.
Common pairings
adorned with
adorn the walls
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- adorns
- Past tense
- adorned
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Etymology
From Latin adornare, from ad- + ornare ("to furnish, decorate") — the same root as "ornament."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “adorn” mean?
The word “adorn” means to decorate something to make it more attractive. In plain terms, to decorate or beautify something.
How do you pronounce “adorn”?
“Adorn” is pronounced uh-DAWN (/əˈdɔɹn/ in IPA).
How do you use “adorn” in a sentence?
Here is “adorn” used in a sentence: “Gold thread adorned the edges of the gown.”
What part of speech is “adorn”?
“Adorn” is a verb.
Where does the word “adorn” come from?
The word “adorn” comes from Latin. From Latin adornare, from ad- + ornare ("to furnish, decorate") — the same root as "ornament.".
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