tasseled

Thân thiện

The graduation cap had a long, tasseled cord hanging from its top.

Definition

Adjective: 1. Decorated with or having tassels: Describes an object that is adorned with tassels or has tassels attached to it. A tassel is a bunch of loose threads or cords bound at one end and hanging free at the other, used as an ornament.

Usage

The adjective "tasseled" is used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb like 'was' or 'looked') to describe items that are ornamented with tassels. It is the standard spelling in American English.

Examples

• Attributive use (before a noun):
  • She wore a beautiful tasseled scarf to the party.
  • The tasseled edges of the ceremonial robe swayed as he walked.
  • They bought a tasseled pillow for the sofa.
• Predicative use (after a linking verb):
  • The graduation cap was tasseled.
  • The curtains looked elegant, heavily tasseled in gold thread.

Advanced Usage

• "Tasseled" can be used metaphorically to describe something that resembles or flows like a tassel.
  • The willow branches were long and tasseled, brushing the surface of the pond.

Variants and Related Words

• Tasselled (adj.): The British English spelling of "tasseled".
• Tassel (n.): The ornament itself.
  • The tassel on his cap was blue.
• Tassel (v.): To adorn with tassels.
  • They decided to tassel the new curtains.

Synonyms

• Fringed: Adorned with a fringe, which is similar but often consists of a border of threads, cords, or strips.
• Adorned: Decorated or embellished (a more general term).
• Ornamented: Made more attractive by adding decorative items.

Antonyms

• Plain: Not decorated or elaborate; simple.
• Unadorned: Not adorned; plain.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. fringed or adorned with tassels

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