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How do you spell Ornate?

Correct spelling

ornate

Remember ORNARE (to equip) - ornate ends with -ate like decorate

Why is ornate spelled this way?

From Latin ornatus, adorned. ORNARE (to equip). Something ornate is thoroughly adorned — decoration layered upon decoration.

Common misspellings of ornate

orniteornaitornat

Example

The ornate cathedral ceiling featured intricate gold leaf patterns and elaborate carved details.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell ornate?+
The correct spelling is "ornate". Remember ORNARE (to equip) - ornate ends with -ate like decorate
Is it ornite or ornate?+
The correct spelling is "ornate", not "ornite".

Other commonly misspelled words

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