Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun decoration

3 senses of decoration

Sense 1
decoration, ornament, ornamentation -- (something used to beautify)
       => artifact, artefact -- (a man-made object taken as a whole)

Sense 2
decoration, laurel wreath, medal, medallion, palm, ribbon -- (an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event)
       => award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels -- (a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery")

Sense 3
decoration -- (the act of decorating something (in the hope of making it more attractive))
       => change of state -- (the act of changing something into something different in essential characteristics)