ornate
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Elaborately decorated, especially with complex patterns.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "The cathedral ceiling was covered in _____ carvings."
Answer: ornate
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Elaborately decorated, especially with complex patterns.
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