Titivated: meaning, definitions and examples
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titivated
[ ˈtɪtɪveɪtɪd ]
appearance, excitement
The term 'titivated' refers to being stylishly or neatly dressed, often with an added touch of decoration or flair. It suggests a sense of liveliness or excitement in one’s appearance, typically implying that someone has made an effort to look more appealing.
Synonyms
adorned, decorated, dressed up, spruced up.
Examples of usage
- She arrived at the party looking titivated in her elegant dress.
- He felt more confident after titivating his outfit for the job interview.
- The garden was titivated with colorful flowers and decorative lights.
Translations
Translations of the word "titivated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 animado
🇮🇳 उत्साहित
🇩🇪 begeistert
🇮🇩 bersemangat
🇺🇦 збуджений
🇵🇱 podekscytowany
🇯🇵 興奮した
🇫🇷 excité
🇪🇸 entusiasmado
🇹🇷 heyecanlı
🇰🇷 신이 난
🇸🇦 متحمس
🇨🇿 nadšený
🇸🇰 nadšený
🇨🇳 兴奋的
🇸🇮 navdušen
🇮🇸 spenntur
🇰🇿 қуанышты
🇬🇪 აღიარებული
🇦🇿 həyəcanlı
🇲🇽 entusiasmado
Etymology
The word 'titivated' is derived from the verb 'titivate', which has its origins in the early 19th century. The root 'tit' is thought to come from the old dialectal term meaning to make neat or tidy. The suffix '-ated' is used to form adjectives indicating a state or condition, thus 'titivated' implies a state of being made attractive or smartened up. While its usage has remained relatively moderate over the decades, it is often employed in discussions of fashion and personal grooming. Its playful tone reflects a light-hearted approach to appearances, indicating that the term is not just about being presentable but adds an element of fun to looking good.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,040, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.