The meaning of DECORATIVE is serving to decorate; especially : purely ornamental. How to use decorative in a sentence.

(Definition of decorative from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

Something that is decorative is intended to look pretty or attractive. The curtains are for purely decorative purposes and do not open or close. Serving to decorate or adorn; ornamental.... Click for …

1. to add some kind of ornament etc to (something) to make more beautiful, striking etc.

decorative meaning, definition, what is decorative: pretty or attractive, but not always nec...: Learn more.

Definition of decorative adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Dec 14, 2025 · decorative (plural decoratives) A plant, tile, etc. intended for use as decoration. quotations

The knickknacks on your mantel, the wreath on your front door, and the creepy doll collection in your living room are all decorative as well. These things dress up or ornament your home, and decorative …

DECORATIVE definition: serving or tending to decorate. See examples of decorative used in a sentence.

We added some decorative details/elements/touches to the room. The handles are decorative and practical. Arrange the fruit decoratively in the bowl.