decorative

/dˈɛkɹətˌɪv/

/ˈdɛkɹətɪv/

decorative

intended to look attractive rather than being of practical use

synonyms : cosmetic

Examples

1. The dress has decorative buttons along the neckline.

2. She carefully arranged a selection of kola nuts on a decorative plate.

3. She carefully bent the wire into a circle to make a decorative wreath.

4. She picked a small gourd from the garden and used it as a decorative vase for fresh flowers on her dining table.