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as in decked (out)
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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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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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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 clothed
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 dressed up
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
Campaigns for governor always feature an element of fantasy dressed up as confident truth.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
Or your high school civics teacher, dressed up as a rock god to impart a lesson about basic decency?
—Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Apr. 2026
The real heist of The Christophers is that Soderbergh snuck such a bittersweet tale into cinemas, dressed up as a silly caper.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
The happy quartet looked festive while all dressed up for dinner during the holidays in 2024.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
These mules feel like your favorite slippers but can be dressed up for the office.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Gambling dressed up as finance Federal regulators are less than thrilled with the backlash.
—Kelli María Korducki, thehustle.co, 3 Apr. 2026
Its vanilla and caramel base is warm and yielding enough to support the peach and rose rather than compete with them, and the combination has a richness that feels dressed up in all the right ways.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
The 40 percent off Lou & Grey Wanderweave Cutout Midi Dress is made from a wrinkle-resistant material for an easy wear straight out of your suitcase, while the classy Lace Trim Satin Bliss Maxi Skirt is under $40 and designed with a luxe lace hem that can be dressed up or down.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026
Campaigns for governor always feature an element of fantasy dressed up as confident truth.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 11 Apr. 2026
Or your high school civics teacher, dressed up as a rock god to impart a lesson about basic decency?
—Chris Willman, Variety, 10 Apr. 2026
The real heist of The Christophers is that Soderbergh snuck such a bittersweet tale into cinemas, dressed up as a silly caper.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
The happy quartet looked festive while all dressed up for dinner during the holidays in 2024.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 4 Apr. 2026
These mules feel like your favorite slippers but can be dressed up for the office.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Gambling dressed up as finance Federal regulators are less than thrilled with the backlash.
—Kelli María Korducki, thehustle.co, 3 Apr. 2026
Its vanilla and caramel base is warm and yielding enough to support the peach and rose rather than compete with them, and the combination has a richness that feels dressed up in all the right ways.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressed up
Adjective
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Peace Love Mahjong tiles and accessories combine beautiful design with high-quality materials, turning a classic game into a stylish experience that brings friends and community together.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The combination of a stylish pair of frames and prescription lenses balances a person’s medical needs with their personal aesthetics.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Wooden's great-granddaughter Cori Anderson sent a photo of her and her daughter dressed in UCLA gear.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The annual Fanti Carnival saw elaborate processions with participants dressed in vibrant costumes, musical and masquerade performances, and dancing stilt walkers.—
Preeti Jha,
semafor.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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The structure of the conservatory feels disguised.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
9 Apr. 2026
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Thanks to a new English book from Boston playwright Kirsten Greenidge, the action is transported from France to 1776-era Boston where Massachusetts revolutionary and patriot Deborah Sampson has disguised herself as a man to fight for independence.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Blue cheese and candied pecans round out a medley of flavors.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2026
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The brand’s Añejo, served with traditional red mole and corn tortillas, has similar hazelnut notes, alongside candied orange and spices.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
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Bathrooms are big and feel extremely luxurious; clad in marble, with rain showers and big bathtubs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Elsewhere in the photoshoot, Hosk swam in a pool, clad in a white graphic T-shirt and black underwear.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The high-rise fit, chic cropped cut that hits above the ankle, and zip-front button closure read polished, especially in the darker wash (no whiskering or printing here).—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
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Spier Hotel, Stellenbosch, South Africa The recently renovated Spier Hotel puts a chic spin on farmhouse style.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There’s fountains, small areas to climb, and concealed nooks and crannies.—
Jenny Hughes,
The Spruce,
9 Apr. 2026
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Investigators allege Gonzalez wrote checks to herself from HOA accounts over an extended period and concealed the thefts by creating fictitious invoices and false ledger entries.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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The deals are further sweetened by gift inclusions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Apr. 2026
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The air smells damp and jungly (in the best possible way) and is sweetened with a hint of frangipani.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Dressed up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dressed%20up. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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