Embellishing Meaning in English
word · lemma: embellish
Definition
Adding decorative details to something to make it more attractive or interesting. It can also mean making a story or statement more entertaining by adding extra, often untrue, details.
Usage & Nuances
"Embellishing" is moderately formal and used with both artistic objects (like rooms, clothing) and stories. When referring to tales, it often implies exaggeration or even lying. Common collocations: 'embellishing the facts', 'embellishing a room'. Not the same as simply cleaning or improving.
Example Sentences
She is embellishing her dress with beads.
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He started embellishing the story to make it more exciting.
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The kids enjoy embellishing their art projects with glitter.
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Are you embellishing your resume a little to sound more impressive?
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She can't stop embellishing even the simplest facts.
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After embellishing the cake, it looked almost too pretty to eat.
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