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to embellish
01
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.
02
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.
