furbish

/ˈfɜrbɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make something look neat and attractive, especially by cleaning or repairing it

“She furbished up the old house with new furniture and decorations.”

2. verb

to make something more attractive or impressive

“The artist furbished her painting with gold leaf to make it more striking.”

3. noun

an ornamental or decorative feature

“The intricate carvings were a notable furbish on the old wooden chest.”

Synonyms

  • adorn
  • embellish
  • ornament

Antonyms

  • deteriorate
  • ruin