spiff up
Polish one's appearance
To spiff up is to make something look sharper, cleaner, or more attractive—usually through minor improvements rather than major overhaul: We spiffed up the apartment before the guests arrived, He spiffed himself up for the interview.
The word suggests quick tidying or polishing rather than transformation.
Reconstruct or redesign
- refurbishRestore worn items
- restoreReturn to earlier state
- modernizeMake contemporary
- updateNew version or information
overhaul · revamp · makeover · redecorate · upgrade · rejuvenate · recondition · retrofit
Avid fan; also burnish
- shineEmit or reflect light
- waxPliable waterproof substance
- burnishPolish by rubbing
- glossShine or annotation
brighten · gleam · luster · finish · detail · touch up · smooth · refinish
Make appearance fancier
- accessorizeAdd decorative extras
- coordinateArrange for unified action
- tailorClothing alteration professional
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
snappy · dapper · natty · put-together · presentable · primped · preened · groomed
remodel
Reconstruct or redesign
update · overhaul · revamp · makeover · redecorate · upgrade · rejuvenate · recondition · retrofit · facelift
tidy
Free from clutter
scrub · sweep · vacuum · polish · shine · declutter · straighten · freshen · spruce · organize
buff
Avid fan; also burnish
gloss · brighten · gleam · luster · finish · detail · touch up · smooth · refinish
dress up
Make appearance fancier
- accessorizeAdd decorative extras
- coordinateArrange for unified action
- tailorClothing alteration professional
sharp · snappy · dapper · natty · put-together · presentable · primped · preened · groomed · polished