Definitions

1. verb

to make something appear old or shabby, often to make it seem as if it has been used or neglected.

“The neglectful owner’s laziness would eventually shabbify the once beautiful mansion.”

2. verb

to make something seem unattractive or unappealing, often by comparison to something else.

“The designer tried to shabbify the hotel’s decor to fit the theme of an old, abandoned mansion.”

3. verb

to make something seem worn or tired, often to make it seem as if it has been used or overused.

“The athlete tried to shabbify his appearance, wearing a worn-out pair of shoes to the press conference.”