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embellish v

Embellish means to decorate something or add details to make it more attractive or interesting, sometimes exaggerating the truth. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of embellish

  • to decorate something or add details to make it more attractive or interesting, sometimes exaggerating the truth

Usage examples of embellish

The witness embellished his account with details no one could verify.

She embellished the plain dress with blue beads.

Small carvings embellished the wooden door.

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