English adjective: ornamental | |||
1. | ornamental serving an esthetic rather than a useful purpose | ||
Samples | Cosmetic fenders on cars. The buildings were utilitarian rather than decorative. | ||
Synonyms | cosmetic, decorative | ||
Similar | nonfunctional | ||
Antonyms | functional | ||
English noun: ornamental | |||
1. | ornamental (plant) any plant grown for its beauty or ornamental value | ||
Broader (hypernym) | flora, plant, plant life | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | flowering maple | ||