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dressed up

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verb

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressed up
Adjective
  • Swap out that workmanlike case for something that’s more casual, more stylish, and—whisper it—more functional.
    Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 25 June 2025
  • These roomy parachute cargo pants are functional but stylish and—especially for Tokyo, a city known for being a street fashion hub.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
Verb
  • That’s good, but cladding a phone whose raison d’etre is gorgeous, slim design seems less than ideal.
    David Phelan, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
  • The grain of custom oak millwork is placed in contrasting directions on the kitchen cabinetry and the oversized panels cladding the breakfast nook wall around the custom sensuous banquette that is fabricated by Seventeen Second Design.
    Jessica Ritz, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • From a blueberry garnish to a chic glassware moment, your pour becomes part of the aesthetic.
    Essence, Essence, 17 June 2025
  • This season's fashion trends reflect a harmonious blend of vibrant, bold designs and effortlessly chic styles, perfect for lounging by the water and exploring beachside locales.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 15 June 2025
Verb
  • Officers uncovered the remains of four monkeys, identified as bushmeat, concealed among other items.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
  • The octopus’ position on the board is concealed, playing cards to bluff about their location, and sneaking around the board trying to grab its food.
    James Palmer, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Many were clad in stylish sneakers and sported neat braids.
    María Magdalena Arréllaga, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
  • While Swank rocked a red sweater with white cuffs, one of her 1-year-old twins stole the show, diaper-clad and completely mesmerized by the ornaments.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Refined, elegant food, intelligent service, and a warm living-room-like ambiance make this one of Rome’s top upscale restaurants.
    Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • Grace Karin Floral Maxi Sundress, $48 with Prime $60 $48 at Amazon This floral maxi sundress creates an elegant A-line silhouette that shoppers say looks beautiful on a wide range of figures and heights.
    Izzy Baskette, People.com, 18 June 2025
Verb
  • At the same time, a decent headline payrolls gain in February of 151,000 masked some underlying trouble spots for the economy.
    Jeff Cox, CNBC, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Dozens of masked, armed Hamas fighters lined up near the stage, which was decorated with Palestinian flags and banners of militant factions.
    Greg Norman, Fox News, 15 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • With Friday’s victory, the Heat improved to 9-20 this season against teams currently with a winning record.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2025
  • In reading, both fourth and eighth graders’ results are down from 2022, while in math, fourth-grade scores have not improved since before the pandemic and eighth-grade scores are at their lowest in decades.
    Thibaut Delloue, Orlando Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2025
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“Dressed up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dressed%20up. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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