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Definition of decorative adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

decorative

adjective
 
/ˈdekərətɪv/
 
/ˈdekəreɪtɪv/
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  1. (of an object or a building) decorated in a way that makes it attractive; intended to look attractive or pretty
    • The mirror is functional yet decorative.
    • These are purely decorative arches.
    • The decorative touches have made this house a warm and welcoming home.
    • The style is ornate and highly decorative.
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    • be
    • look
    adverb
    • extremely
    • fairly
    • very
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