dekoratiivselt

Dekoratiivselt is an Estonian adverb meaning “in a decorative or ornamental manner.” It is used to describe how something is done or presented, with emphasis on aesthetics, ornamentation, and stylistic flourish rather than practical function. The term commonly appears in discussions of art, design, architecture, and literary description to indicate a focus on visual appeal.

The word is formed from the adjective dekoratiivne (decorative) with the adverbial suffix -selt, which denotes manner. As an adverb, dekoratiivselt does not inflect for number or case and typically modifies verbs, adjectives, or entire phrases to express the way an action is carried out or how something appears.

Usage and nuance tend to vary with context. In art criticism, decoratively rich or ornate work might be described as dekoratiivselt embellished or decorated. In design and architecture, the phrase can signal emphasis on ornamentation, pattern, and surface treatment rather than functional clarity. In literary analysis, it may describe language or imagery that prioritizes aesthetic ornament over straightforward communication.

Examples:

Kunstnik maalis seina dekoratiivselt kaunistades selle rikkalike motiividega. Interjöör on dekoratiivselt viimistletud rikkalike ornamentidega. Tootekirjelduses rõhutatakse, et toode on dekoratiivselt disainitud, et rõhutada esteetikat.