decorativeness
decorativeness — noun
1. the quality of being decorative or ornamental in appearance, often adding visual
the quality of being decorative or ornamental in appearance, often adding visual appeal without serving a practical function — for example, the carved details on a piece of furniture that exist only to please the eye.
The decorativeness of the antique mirror came from the delicate flowers painted around its frame.
subject: the decorativeness of [noun phrase]
Lin admired the decorativeness of the ceramic tiles, though they were too fragile.
object: admire / appreciate the decorativeness of [noun]
Soraya chose the lamp for its decorativeness, not for how much light it gave.
The box had no lock — its only value was the sheer decorativeness of the lid.
In the designer's view, functional objects should not sacrifice decorativeness for practicality.
- ornamentality
A similarly rare abstract noun; overlaps in meaning but is even less common.
- ornateness
Emphasises rich, elaborate decoration rather than simple attractiveness.
- aesthetic appeal
A broader phrase covering beauty of any kind, not just decoration.
- functionality
Describes the quality of being practical or useful rather than decorative.
- plainness
Describes a lack of decoration or ornament.
用法筆記
A rare uncountable noun, used mostly in writing about art, design, or architecture. The everyday adjective 'decorative' (e.g. 'a decorative vase') is far more common; 'decorativeness' names the abstract quality itself and typically appears in formal or analytical contexts.