decorative
UK/ˈdekərətɪv/US/'dekәreitiv/
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Definitions
adj.
Serving to make something look more attractive; ornamental rather than functional
装饰性的；供装饰用的
Root Breakdown
Root-deriveddecorate + -ative (tending to) = tending to beautify; for looks rather than use. Often contrasted with 'functional.'
Root dec still carries 19 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The vase is decorative rather than practical.
- 2.
She added a few decorative touches to the room.