Think of 'constellate' as arranging separate elements to form a unified group.

Group Formation

Use 'constellate' to create visual images of things grouped together in space.

Visual Imagery

'Constellate' can also refer to abstract concepts coming together.

'Constellate' highlights the sparkling effect of light or brilliance.

'Constellate' is often used in literature to add a sense of beauty or magic.

In a poetic context, 'constellate' can imply that something is as beautiful as a starry sky.

The decoration meaning is old-fashioned and rarely used in modern language.