Prettied: meaning, definitions and examples
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prettied
[ ˈprɪtiːd ]
make attractive
The word 'prettied' is the past tense of the verb 'pretty,' which means to make something appear more attractive or aesthetically pleasing. It is often used in contexts where an object, space, or person has been enhanced in appearance. This can involve adding decorative features, dressing in a more appealing way, or arranging elements in a visually pleasing manner. 'Prettied' suggests that the act of beautification has already been completed.
Synonyms
adorned, beautified, decorated, dressed up, enhanced
Examples of usage
- She prettied the room with fresh flowers.
- The artist prettied the dull landscape with vibrant colors.
- He prettied his appearance by choosing a sharper outfit.
Translations
Translations of the word "prettied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 embelezado
🇮🇳 सुंदर बनाया हुआ
🇩🇪 verschönert
🇮🇩 diperindah
🇺🇦 прикрашений
🇵🇱 upiększony
🇯🇵 美しくされた
🇫🇷 embelli
🇪🇸 embellecido
🇹🇷 güzel hale getirilmiş
🇰🇷 아름답게 꾸며진
🇸🇦 مزخرف
🇨🇿 vylepšený
🇸🇰 skrášlený
🇨🇳 美化的
🇸🇮 ulepšan
🇮🇸 fegraður
🇰🇿 көркемделген
🇬🇪 მოჭმული
🇦🇿 gözəlləşdirilmiş
🇲🇽 embellecido
Etymology
The word 'pretty' comes from the Middle English 'prettie,' which meant 'crafty, sly, or tricky.' Its origins can be traced back to the Old French 'prety,' which originally meant 'deceitful.' Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to someone or something that is attractive or pleasant in appearance. The use of 'prettied' as a verb form suggests an action taken to increase beauty, aligning with contemporary definitions focusing on aesthetics. The transformation of 'pretty' from its initial connotation of trickiness to one of beauty showcases the fluid nature of language and how meanings can shift with cultural perceptions.