Beautification: meaning, definitions and examples
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beautification
[ biːˌɔːtɪfɪˈkeɪʃn ]
urban planning
The act of making something more beautiful, especially through the addition of decorative elements or improvements.
Synonyms
embellishment, enhancement, improvement, ornamentation.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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beautification |
Used when referring to making something more beautiful, often for large-scale projects or public spaces.
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embellishment |
Used when adding decorative details to something to make it more attractive, often in art, writing, or design. It can have a slightly negative connotation if used to describe unnecessary additions.
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enhancement |
Used when referring to making improvements or boosting the quality or functionality of something, often used in technology or performance.
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ornamentation |
Used when adding decorative elements, specifically when talking about art, architecture, or anything that involves design.
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improvement |
Used when making something better, generally in a broad sense. It can refer to quality, performance, or condition.
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Examples of usage
- Beautification of the city park included planting colorful flowers and installing new benches.
- The beautification project aimed to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the downtown area.
environmental conservation
The process of restoring or preserving the natural beauty of an area, typically through landscaping, cleaning, or restoration efforts.
Synonyms
clean up, conservation, preservation, restoration.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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beautification |
Use in the context of making a place or an object more attractive, often involving activities like adding plants, flowers, or decorations.
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restoration |
Appropriate for activities aimed at bringing something back to its original condition, often involving repair or renovation work for buildings, art, or ecosystems
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preservation |
Use when talking about maintaining something in its original state or in good condition over time, including food, cultural artifacts, historic buildings, etc.
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conservation |
Refers to the protection and careful management of the natural environment, wildlife, or historic sites to prevent damage or degradation.
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clean up |
Best used when referring to the removal of dirt or waste to make an area clean and tidy. This can be for personal, communal, or environmental purposes.
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Examples of usage
- The beautification of the riverbank involved removing trash and planting native vegetation.
- The community organized a beautification campaign to clean up the local beach.
Translations
Translations of the word "beautification" in other languages:
🇵🇹 embelezamento
🇮🇳 सौंदर्यीकरण
🇩🇪 Verschönerung
🇮🇩 perindahan
🇺🇦 облагородження
🇵🇱 upiększenie
🇯🇵 美化
🇫🇷 embellissement
🇪🇸 embellecimiento
🇹🇷 güzelleştirme
🇰🇷 미화
🇸🇦 تجميل
🇨🇿 zkrášlení
🇸🇰 verschönerenie
🇨🇳 美化
🇸🇮 polepšanje
🇮🇸 fegurð
🇰🇿 көркейту
🇬🇪 გალამაზება
🇦🇿 gözəlləşdirmək
🇲🇽 embellecimiento
Etymology
The term 'beautification' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the word 'beautify' with the suffix '-ation'. It gained popularity during the urban renewal movements of the mid-20th century, emphasizing the importance of aesthetic improvements in urban and natural environments. Beautification projects have since become common practices in city planning and environmental conservation efforts.
See also: beautician, beautified, beautifier, beautiful, beautifully, beautify, beautifying.