1. decorated with needlework designs sewn onto fabric
2. exaggerated or elaborated beyond the truth
Usage: figurative

1. past tense and past participle of embroider

Examples

• She wore an embroidered silk blouse to the dinner party.
• The tablecloth was beautifully embroidered with floral patterns.
• His embroidered account of the fishing trip made it sound more exciting than it was.
• The grandmother embroidered pillowcases for all her grandchildren.
• The traditional dress featured intricate embroidered details.
• He embroidered the story with fictional details to make it more interesting.
• The embroidered curtains added elegance to the room.