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to embellish
01
装飾する（そうしょくする）, 飾り立てる（かざりたてる）
to improve the appearance of something by adding things such as decorative pieces, colors, etc. to it
Transitive: to embellish sth with decorative pieces
Example
She decided to embellish her dress with intricate lace and beading for a more elegant look.
During the renovation, they embellished the walls with artistic murals and decorative moldings.
To create a festive atmosphere, they embellished the party venue with colorful banners and balloons.
02
誇張する, 脚色する
to make a statement or narrative more interesting by exaggerating or adding incorrect information
Transitive: to embellish a statement or narrative
Example
During the interview, she embellished her qualifications, claiming fluency in multiple languages she barely understood.
The salesman embellished the features of the product, making extravagant claims about its performance.
He embellished his resume with fabricated job titles and exaggerated accomplishments.
