silverise

/ˈsɪlvəraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to give or take on a silvery appearance, especially in the form of a film or deposit

“The city’s old buildings silverised in the moonlight.”

2. verb

to become silvery in appearance, especially in the form of a film or deposit

“The lake’s surface silverised with a thin layer of frost overnight.”

3. verb

to give a silvery appearance to, especially in the form of a film or deposit

“The photographer silverised the image to give it a more atmospheric look.”

4. verb

to become rich or prosperous, especially in a way that is considered to be somewhat artificial or superficial

“After hitting the lottery, he started to silverise his image by investing in luxury cars and properties.”

Synonyms

  • bronzify
  • glisten
  • glister

Antonyms

  • debase
  • devalue