adornment
UK: əˈdɔːnmənt | US: əˈdɔːrnmənt
n. the act of decorating or embellishing something
n. an object or detail used to decorate or enhance appearance
The word traces back to Latin adornare, where ad- intensifies ornare (to decorate). Over time, Old French softened it to aorner, and English adopted it as "adorn." The suffix -ment was added to nominalize the verb, creating a term for both the act and objects of decoration. The logic reflects a progression from physical preparation (Latin) to aesthetic enhancement (modern usage).
The adornment of the hall included glittering chandeliers and floral arrangements.
She wore a simple dress with minimal adornment.
Ancient cultures often used gold for the adornment of sacred objects.
The cake’s adornment featured intricate sugar flowers.
His writing style lacks adornment, favoring clarity over flourish.