Beautify

/ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

verb
to make something more attractive or aesthetically pleasing.
They plan to beautify the park by planting more flowers and trees.
to enhance the appearance of someone or something.
The artist aimed to beautify the mundane scenes of everyday life.
to improve or embellish the qualities of something.
She decided to beautify her home with new paint and decor.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'beauty' combined with the suffix '-ify', which means 'to make'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beautify one's image
To improve or enhance someone's reputation or appearance.
beautify the surroundings
To make the environmental area more pleasing to the eyes.

Related Words

beauty
A combination of qualities, such as shape, color, or form, that pleases the aesthetic senses.
embellish
To make (something) more attractive by the addition of decorative details or features.

Slang Meanings

To glam up
She decided to glam up her outfit for the party.
To spruce up
Let's spruce up the backyard for the barbecue.