Meaning of the word embellish in English
What does embellish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
embellish
US /ɪmˈbel.ɪʃ/
UK /ɪmˈbel.ɪʃ/
Verb
1.
to make something more attractive by adding decorative details or features
Example:
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She likes to embellish her clothes with beads and sequins.
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The artist used gold leaf to embellish the painting.
2.
to make a story or statement more interesting or entertaining by adding extra details, especially ones that are not true
Example:
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He tends to embellish his travel stories to make them sound more exciting.
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Don't embellish the facts; just tell us what happened.
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