Definitions
- Referring to clothing or fabric that is decorated with ruffles, frills, or other ornamental details. - Describing an item that has been adorned with decorative elements, such as lace or ribbon. - Talking about something that is excessively decorated or ornamented.
- Describing an object or item that has been enhanced or improved by adding decorative elements or details. - Referring to something that has been adorned with embellishments, such as jewels, sequins, or embroidery. - Talking about a story or account that has been elaborated or exaggerated for effect.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe adding decorative elements to something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe clothing or fabric.
- 3Both words suggest an enhancement or improvement of an item.
- 4Both words can be used to describe an excessive amount of decoration.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of decoration: Furbelowed refers specifically to ruffles, frills, or ornamental details, while embellished can refer to a wider range of decorative elements, such as jewels, sequins, or embroidery.
- 2Purpose: Furbelowed suggests a decorative element added for its own sake, while embellished implies that the decoration serves to enhance or improve the item in some way.
- 3Intensity: Furbelowed suggests a more excessive or over-the-top amount of decoration, while embellished can be used to describe a more subtle or refined addition of decorative elements.
- 4Connotation: Furbelowed has a more old-fashioned or vintage connotation, while embellished is more modern and versatile.
- 5Usage: Furbelowed is less commonly used than embellished in everyday language.
Remember this!
Furbelowed and embellished are both words that describe adding decorative elements to an item. However, furbelowed specifically refers to ruffles, frills, or ornamental details, while embellished can refer to a wider range of decorative elements, such as jewels, sequins, or embroidery. Additionally, furbelowed suggests a more excessive or over-the-top amount of decoration, while embellished can be used to describe a more subtle or refined addition of decorative elements.
