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applique vs adorn

adorn vs applique

applique is a noun but adorn is not a noun.

applique and adorn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
applique Yes No Yes No
adorn No No Yes No
As verbs, adorn is a hypernym of applique; that is, adorn is a word with a broader meaning than applique:
  • applique: sew on as a decoration
  • adorn: make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
Other hypernyms of applique include beautify, decorate, embellish, grace, ornament.
applique (noun) adorn (noun)
a decorative design made of one material sewn over another
applique (verb) adorn (verb)
sew on as a decoration make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
furnish with power or authority; of kings or emperors
be beautiful to look at
Difference between applique and adorn

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