DECKS Synonyms: 90 Similar and Opposite Words

decks 1 of 2

noun

plural of deck

as in balconies

a flat roofless structure attached to a building the family usually ate on the deck on summer evenings

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decks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of deck

as in adorns

to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming deck the halls with boughs of holly

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With a sizable beam of 45 feet, Whisper offers ample space for both lounging and entertaining across five decks. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026 Higher public numbers make for stronger pitch decks, and creators can point to them as evidence of exposure. — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The condo has 22-foot ceilings, a private cinema, gym, multiple kitchens, yoga decks and a rooftop with a 65-foot swimming pool and Jacuzzi. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 14 Aug. 2026 The post also advertises that 10% of profits from sales of its new game expansion decks will go toward funding the monument as well. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2026 Lobbies, restaurants, pool decks and fitness centers often have their own rules. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026 The unit has 22-foot ceilings, a private cinema, gym, multiple kitchens, yoga decks and a rooftop with a 65-foot swimming pool and Jacuzzi. — Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026 Housed in a buttery leather sleeve that’s unmistakably Bottega, this comes with two custom decks created in collaboration with legendary Italian cardmaker Modiano. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026 Built in 2017 by Lurssen, the yacht has six decks and accommodates 16 guests and 36 crew. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

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Its vessels would be sexy and sleek, cabins outfitted with red hammocks and decks child-free. — Jp Brammer, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 The costuming, which decks its cast in traditional Polynesian attire, nails the transition between media, but the real humans of the film clash against the cartoonish designs of Hei Hei or the giant crab Tamatoa (Jemaine Clement). — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 8 July 2026 Tour The Decorations At The Davis Mansion The Davis Mansion is a beautiful example of Greek Revival architecture that's worth visiting any time of year, but particularly at the holidays when the staff decks the halls with festive displays. — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2025 From perfectly frosted cookies to meticulously wrapped gifts, no one decks the halls quite like Claire. — Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 30 Nov. 2025 Alternatively, indulge in the timeless elegance of the Ritz Paris, which decks its halls in festive holiday fashion every year. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025 Christmas music decks the halls of the Billboard Holiday 100 at the end of every year, but some creepy cuts lurk around the October charts as well. — Joe Lynch, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2025 When that doesn’t work, Murtagh decks him. — Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 12 Sep. 2025 Virgin Voyages The adults-only cruise line decks its ships out for Halloween and features special activities on select October sailings. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for decks

Noun

My suite, called the Elysium Loft, has three balconies and its own sauna.

— Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026
Suites, guest rooms with fireplaces, balconies are available, as well as a three-bedroom penthouse of 2,100 square feet that sleeps six.

— Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026

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Being the kind of person who adorns themselves compulsively opens you up to a slew of corny metaphors that, against your will, feel deeply relevant to you.

— Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026
For the past two decades, Caneer has co-chaired an endowed swimming scholarship honoring his former coach, Dick Anderson, whose name also adorns the university’s swimming facility.

— Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of adorns

Noun

Its bold form and foliage make for a dramatic addition to patios and porches.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
The walkable neighborhood will feature front porches, sidewalks and landscaped green spaces, creating an environment that encourages neighborhood engagement and community connection.

— Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Aug. 2026

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Sovereign-adjacent platforms in Australia, private credit desks, insurance capital, and trading firms are now funding compute demand that exists whether or not any single hyperscaler trims its budget.

— Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Your steady focus turns play into practice, while your patience trims perfectionism and lets authentic joy take the stage.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

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