1. in a way that is intended to make something look more attractive or beautiful rather than serve a practical purpose

Examples

• The vase was placed decoratively on the shelf to add color to the room.
• She arranged the flowers decoratively in the center of the table.
• The border was designed decoratively rather than to serve any structural purpose.
• Lights were strung decoratively across the patio for the evening party.
• The frame was painted decoratively with gold leaf and intricate patterns.
• He used the tiles decoratively to create a beautiful mosaic on the wall.