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adjective

Definition of dressed upnext
1
as in decked (out)

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2
as in stylish

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dressed up

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verb

past tense of dress up
1
as in dressed
to put on one's best or formal clothes we always like to dress up when going to parties

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2
as in disguised
to change the dress or looks of so as to conceal true identity the war was a fiasco that the administration tried to dress up as a triumph

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3
as in candied
to make more desirable dressed up the house with new windows and a paint job before putting it on the market

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as in clad
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes the girls were dressed up in skirts or dresses, but the boys were wearing jeans

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressed up
  1. stylish
  2. clad
  3. chic
  4. concealed
  5. clothed
  6. elegant
  7. masked
  8. improved
Adjective
  • One, done, and fabulous — that’s Oprah Winfrey’s latest look in a very stylish nutshell.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Kenneth: Strong, stylish, and elegant, Kenneth is a thoughtful choice.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of stylish
Verb
  • The retro trend of cladding your rooms with wallpaper actually harkens further back to centuries past, when fine homes were showcases for pastoral murals in elegant gathering rooms.
    Jamie Gold, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The inquiry said architect Studio E, principal contractor Rydon, and cladding sub-contractor Harley all bore considerable responsibility for disaster.
    Reuters, NBC News, 4 Sep. 2024
Definition of clad
Adjective
  • From functional puffers and insulated parkas to chic peacoats, discover my top 12 winter jacket picks that are stylish, versatile, and a smart investment for the chilly season ahead.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Time and Tru Ribbed Velour Pants These ultra-soft velour pants look chic, feel cozy, and cost only $17.
    Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of chic
Verb
  • The dark patterns somehow concealed these in-game purchases from gamers.
    Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Surveillance images from the shooting show the man wearing a hooded jacket and a mask that concealed most of his face -- a look that would not have attracted attention on a chilly morning.
    MICHAEL BALSAMO AND MICHAEL R. SISAK THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of concealed
Verb
  • Even the elevator’s interior is clad in custom marquetry.
    Busola Evans, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Most of the interiors are clad with Australian white birch.
    Michael Y. Park, Architectural Digest, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of clothed
Adjective
  • The bowls are universal and have nice high sides that feel elegant and shapely in the hand.
    Laura Denby, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
  • With their soft bioluminescent blue glow and sleek, modern design, the glasses stood out as both functional and elegant.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of elegant
Verb
  • Two new photos released by police show the suspect masked with a hood in the backseat of a vehicle and wearing a jacket walking on the street.
    Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Candidates who masked the effects of international trade didn’t solve any retail problems.
    Rick Helfenbein, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of masked
Verb
  • This integration has improved workflow efficiency, quality control and employee onboarding.
    Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • When care is adapted to individual needs, outcomes are improved.
    Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of improved
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