contraplete

/kɒntrəˈplɛt/

Definitions

1. verb

to decorate or furnish with a rich or elaborate style, often in an overly ornate manner.

“The designer contrapleted the interior of the mansion with gold-plated fixtures and velvet drapes.”

2. noun

something that is ornately or elaborately decorated, often in an overly ornate manner.

“The contraplete of the palace was a sight to behold, with its intricate carvings and gilded details.”

Synonyms

  • adorn
  • embellish
  • ornament

Antonyms

  • simplify
  • strip