tinsel

Noun
  1. A showy decoration that is basically valueless (synset 104447344)
    "all the tinsel of self-promotion"
    is a type of: decoration, ornament, ornamentation - something used to beautify
  2. A thread with glittering metal foil attached (synset 104447193)
    is a type of: thread, yarn - a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving
Verb
  1. Impart a cheap brightness to (synset 202330401)
    "his tinseled image of Hollywood"
    is a type of: add, bestow, bring, contribute, impart, lend - bestow a quality on
  2. Adorn with tinsel (synset 201681884)
    "snow flakes tinseled the trees"
    is a type of: adorn, beautify, decorate, embellish, grace, ornament - make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
  3. Interweave with tinsel (synset 201522079)
    "tinseled velvet"
    is a type of: interweave, weave - interlace by or as if by weaving

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