Meaning & Definition of word "Beautify"

Beautify

/ˈbjuːtɪfaɪ/

verb:

  • 1. to make something more attractive or aesthetically pleasing.
    • Example: They plan to beautify the park by planting more flowers and trees.
  • 2. to enhance the appearance of someone or something.
    • Example: The artist aimed to beautify the mundane scenes of everyday life.
  • 3. to improve or embellish the qualities of something.
    • Example: 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 of beautify

Meaning: To glam up

Example Sentence: She decided to glam up her outfit for the party.

Meaning: To spruce up

Example Sentence: Let's spruce up the backyard for the barbecue.