verb
- to decorate or embellish excessively; to add too many ornamental details to something
Usage: third-person singular present or plural form of 'overornament'
noun
- excessive or superfluous ornaments; decorative elements that are too numerous or elaborate
Usage: plural form; often used in design and architecture criticism
Examples
- The designer overornaments the dress with so many sequins and beads that it looks cluttered.
- She tends to overornament her living room with too many decorative pieces.
- The building's facade overornaments what should be a clean, modern design.
- These overornaments on the furniture make it appear dated and heavy.
- He overornaments his writing with flowery language instead of being direct.
- The cake overornaments the simple vanilla flavor with excessive frosting and decoration.
- Victorian homes often overornament their exteriors with elaborate trim and details.