atticize

/ˈætɪsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to decorate or furnish in the style of an attic, typically with old or second-hand items, or to make something seem old-fashioned or quaint.

“The artist decided to atticize her living room with antique furniture and vintage accessories.”

2. verb

to make something seem or appear as if it were old, especially to make it seem more interesting or valuable.

“The antique dealer atticized the painting to make it seem more valuable to the buyer.”

Synonyms

  • antiquate
  • vintagefy

Antonyms

  • modernize
  • update