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ornate
elaborately decorated
In more detail
1. (adjective) decorated with lots of beautiful, detailed, or fancy designs
2. (adjective) (of language or writing) using complicated words and elaborate style
Examples
- 1. The ornate mirror had gold frames and intricate carvings.
- 2. The ornate language of the Victorian novel made it difficult to read.
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