ornate
adjectiveUK /ɔːˈneɪt/
US /ɔːrˈneɪt/
Something ornate is covered with lots of pretty, fancy details.
The old castle had an ornate golden gate with swirls and flowers.
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2. Having a lot of complicated decoration, sometimes more than needed.
The ornate frame was so busy it distracted from the painting.
3. Showing great care and skill in small decorative details.
She wore an ornate silver necklace to the party.
4. Rich and showy in style, especially in writing or speech.
His ornate speech was full of long, flowery words.