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Synonyms & Antonyms for drape
Synonyms: Verb
adorn, array, beautify, bedeck, bedizen, blazon, caparison, deck, decorate, do, do up, doll up, dress, embellish, emblaze, emboss, enrich, fancify, fancy up, festoon, garnish, glitz (up), grace, gussy up, ornament, pretty (up), trim
Antonyms: Verb
blemish, deface, disfigure, mar, scar, spoil
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Examples of drape in a Sentence
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We'll drape strings of lights between the trees for the party. a trophy wife who invariably appears at events draped in furs and diamondsRecent Examples on the Web: Verb
Offensively, Campbell made an impressive catch from Walker on an out route, plucking the ball out of the air despite a defensive back draped all over him. — Joel A. Erickson, Indianapolis Star, "Colts camp observations: Trio of young pass rushers flash potential, Luck does 7-on-7 work," 26 July 2019 About an hour into the work, made a sideline catch after bobbling the ball – while on his knees, with a cornerback draped over his back. — Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY, "Opinion: Cleveland Browns' Odell Beckham Jr., sheds signature dreadlocks 'to clean the slate'," 25 July 2019 The pieces comprised an aluminum tent frame, like the ones many homeless people use, draped not in a tarp or a tent, but in an enormous Hawaiian state flag. — Jenna Sauers, Harper's BAZAAR, "Indigenous Female Artists Take Center Stage in Hawaii," 12 July 2019 Supporters of the Alaska State Council on Arts planned Tuesday to drape works of art in public spaces to highlight the relevance of art. — Dan Joling, Anchorage Daily News, "Alaska lawmakers brace for showdown over governor’s vetoes," 10 July 2019 Solemn clapping began as the coffin, draped in an Italian flag, emerged from a vehicle amid tolling bells — and went on for nearly five minutes as black-uniformed men bore Cerciello Rega’s body through the crowd and into the church. — Hannah Knowles, Washington Post, "Judge says American teens accused of killing Italian officer displayed ‘total absence of self control’," 30 July 2019 This beautiful segment features slopes with sprouting aspen saplings as well as ravines cluttered with old-growth conifers draped in moss. — Mare Czinar, azcentral, "This Flagstaff mountain hike surrounds you with summer wildflowers," 18 July 2019 The picturesque park, draped in red, white, and blue bunting, is set in an amphitheater surrounded by bleachers, and comfortable outfield bankings offer a variety of views. — Bill Higgins, BostonGlobe.com, "Cape Cod baseball, where the grass is real and the price is right," 16 July 2019 Courtney showed off her bare baby bump in a variety of looks for the shoot, including topless in jeans, draped in various fabrics and going completely nude. — Anya Leon, PEOPLE.com, "Nikki Sixx Serves as Photographer as Pregnant Wife Courtney Dares to Bare in Sexy Maternity Shoot," 9 July 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
Curtains: custom blackout drapes with wool and sheer fabric from Kravet. — Candace Braun Davison, House Beautiful, "Alison Victoria's Chicago House Is Even Better Than Anything You've Seen on HGTV," 5 Aug. 2019 Custom drapes are typically the most expensive option. — Washington Post, "Unsure of how to treat your windows? Experts offer advice to dress them in style.," 3 July 2019 Specifics to come, but perhaps finally the food’s elegant aesthetics will match the drapes. — Michele Parente, San Diego Union-Tribune, "1 Michelin star, 10 courses and tons of buzz: revisiting Addison," 25 July 2019 Use a glue gun to embellish lampshades, drape panels and throw pillows. — Marni Jameson, orlandosentinel.com, "Madcap Couple: 10 Ways to pile on pizzazz at home," 19 July 2019 While the Farm’s style of décor is Southern Plantation home meets French country estate, with worn wood, heavy drapes, and leather bound classics lining the shelves, the Mountain’s is decidedly more modern. — Sheila Marikar, New York Times, "In Tennessee, Blackberry Farm Takes Over a Mountain," 19 June 2019 Inside, chandeliers and silk drapes hang from the ceiling, which is lit with blue and pink lights. — The Economist, "The sad decline of spectacular Afghan weddings," 18 July 2019 There’s an iPad that controls all the features of your room, such as lights, drapes, television, and temperature. — Christopher Muther, BostonGlobe.com, "Fifty shades of beige: Welcome to the Encore Boston Harbor hotel," 28 June 2019 The exhibition continues through four sections that address the themes of black, drape, tailoring, and textiles. — Laura Jacobs, WSJ, "‘James Galanos: Design Integrity’ Review: The West Coast King of Fashion," 10 Nov. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'drape.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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