zhuzh

Add some pizzazz

Zhuzh means to make something more lively, stylish, or appealing with small adjustments: She zhuzhed her outfit with a scarf, Let me zhuzh up this presentation.

The word suggests quick, cosmetic improvements rather than fundamental changes—fluffing hair, rearranging accessories, adding flair.

Also spelled zhoosh, zhush, or joosh.

The word gained mainstream currency through queer culture and fashion media.

styling

accessorize

Add decorative extras

  • primpGroom oneself fastidiously
  • groomBetrothed man; stable worker
  • fluffLight, soft fibers

tousle · scrunch · spritz · tease · coif · finesse · tweak · adjust · arrange · restyle

embellishment

garnish

Decorative food topping

glamorize · beautify · accentuate · embellish · ornament · jazz up · dress up · gussy up · doll up · tart up

revitalize

refresh

Restore energy or newness

energize · invigorate · liven up · punch up · spice up · kick up · amp up · boost · elevate · uplift

Opposites
enhancement vs. diminishment

zhuzhmess up

Do badly, err

dishevel · rumple · frump · dull · flatten

action vs. inaction

zhuzhneglect

Failure to provide care

ignore · leave alone · do nothing · let go

light touch vs. heavy overhaul

zhuzhoverhaul

Complete systematic repair

gut · start from scratch · demolish · strip down · renovate

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Used worldwide · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G