Bedeck
What it means
To cover or surround something with attractive decoration.
Reach for it when describing abundant, celebratory ornament
Neighbors bedeck the footbridge with ribbons for the spring procession.
Words to choose between 6
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playful
deck out
Fits when cheerful informal language suits lavish decoration
Careful Deck out can sound gaudy and is unsuitable for conservation notes.
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everyday
Fits when the general act of adding visual interest is meant
Careful Decorate does not convey the abundance suggested by bedeck.
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professional
embellish
Fits when extra detail enriches an object or design
Careful Embellish can imply unnecessary additions or exaggeration.
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formal
Fits when a tasteful addition enhances beauty
Careful Adorn can involve one restrained detail rather than a generous covering.
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formal
array
Fits when something is dressed or arranged in impressive display
Careful Array sounds elevated and may focus on clothing rather than a place.
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literary
Fits when garlands, lights, or hanging ornaments drape the space
Careful Festoon is inaccurate when the decoration is flat or sparse.
Opposites 3
- strip
- bare
- undecorate
Common phrases 3
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bedeck with flowers
Families bedeck the doorway with flowers from their gardens.
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bedeck the hall
Volunteers bedeck the hall before the scholarship dinner.
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richly bedeck
Artisans richly bedeck the canopy without hiding its carved frame.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Vealhurl, Southern England accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Updated