reburnishing
Restoring metal shine
Reburnishing is polishing or restoring luster to something again.
The word applies to metal objects that have dulled over time and need their shine renewed: The silversmith spent the afternoon reburnishing antique candlesticks.
Figuratively, it can mean restoring reputation or image: The campaign was an attempt at reburnishing his tarnished legacy.
Friction-based shine work
- abrasiveRough enough to erode
- sandingFriction-smoothing a surface
- smoothingReducing irregularities systematically
- lusterSoft reflected light
sheen · gloss · grit · compound · wax · lacquer · varnish · rubbing
Friction-based shine work
- polishingSmoothing by friction
- patinaSurface film from aging
- oxidationLosing electrons chemically
- corrosionChemical wearing away
alloy · electroplating · anodizing · galvanizing · blacksmithing · smithing · forging · casting
Renewal of worn items
- renovationRestoring to good condition
- reconditioningRestoring to good condition
- revitalizationRestoring vigor or vitality
- renewalMaking current again
rejuvenation · overhaul · repair · rehabilitation · conservation · preservation · retouching · refinishing
Return after decline
- redemptionRecovery or moral restoration
- reinstatementReturn to previous position
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- comebackRecovery after decline
turnaround · makeover · rebranding · image · credibility · legitimacy · standing · esteem
Ongoing preservation effort
- careAttentive regard for others
- servicingPerforming routine maintenance
- conditioningLearned behavioral adaptation
- protectionGuarding against harm
preservation · stewardship · routine · regular · preventive · cleaning · inspection · treatment
buffing
Friction-based shine work
- abrasiveRough enough to erode
- sandingFriction-smoothing a surface
- smoothingReducing irregularities systematically
luster · sheen · gloss · grit · compound · wax · lacquer · varnish · rubbing · detailing
buffing
Friction-based shine work
corrosion · alloy · electroplating · anodizing · galvanizing · blacksmithing · smithing · forging · casting · hammering
refurbishment
Renewal of worn items
- renovationRestoring to good condition
- reconditioningRestoring to good condition
- revitalizationRestoring vigor or vitality
renewal · rejuvenation · overhaul · repair · rehabilitation · conservation · preservation · retouching · refinishing · reclamation
revival
Return after decline
- redemptionRecovery or moral restoration
- reinstatementReturn to previous position
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
comeback · turnaround · makeover · rebranding · image · credibility · legitimacy · standing · esteem · prestige
upkeep
Ongoing preservation effort
- careAttentive regard for others
- servicingPerforming routine maintenance
- conditioningLearned behavioral adaptation
protection · preservation · stewardship · routine · regular · preventive · cleaning · inspection · treatment · longevity
reburnishingtarnishing
Oxidizing and losing shine
dulling · corroding · oxidizing · rusting · scratching
reburnishingneglecting
Failing to attend to
deteriorating · degrading · decaying · abandoning · ruining
reburnishingtarnishing
Oxidizing and losing shine
besmirching · sullying · disgracing · defaming · smearing
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