Adorn

Verb

Definition: To add beauty or decoration to something.

Synonyms: Decorate, Beautify, Embellish

Antonyms: Strip, Bare, Disfigure

Examples:

She adorned the room with colorful paintings.
The bride's dress was adorned with intricate lace.

Mnemonics:

"Adorn" can be remembered as "add ornamental beauty".

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'adorne', from Old French 'adorner', from Latin 'adornare', from 'ad-' (meaning "to") and 'ornare' (meaning "to furnish, equip").

Historical Usage:

The word has been in use since Middle English and has origins in Old French and Latin.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Adorn oneself"

Explanation:

To dress or decorate oneself in a way that enhances beauty or attractiveness.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "adorn" with "adore".

Explanation:

"Adorn" means to decorate or add beauty, while "adore" means to love or worship intensely. These words have distinct meanings and should not be used interchangeably.