Tittivate: meaning, definitions and examples
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tittivate
[ ˈtɪtɪveɪt ]
to make pretty
To titivate means to make something, especially oneself, more attractive or tidy. It often involves minor adjustments or enhancements, such as grooming or styling. The term is typically used in a lighthearted or playful context. It suggests a focus on appearance with an emphasis on small details.
Synonyms
enhance, groom, prettify, spruce up.
Examples of usage
- She decided to titivate her hair before the party.
- He took a few minutes to titivate his outfit for the presentation.
- They titivated their garden for the spring festival.
Translations
Translations of the word "tittivate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arrumar
🇮🇳 सजाना
🇩🇪 aufpeppen
🇮🇩 merapikan
🇺🇦 прибрати
- позакладати
- привести до ладу
🇵🇱 upiększać
🇯🇵 整える
🇫🇷 réorganiser
🇪🇸 arreglar
🇹🇷 düzenlemek
🇰🇷 정리하다
🇸🇦 ترتيب
🇨🇿 upravit
🇸🇰 upraviť
🇨🇳 整理
🇸🇮 urediti
🇮🇸 búa til
🇰🇿 реттеу
🇬🇪 შესწორება
🇦🇿 düzəltmək
🇲🇽 arreglar
Etymology
The word 'tittivate' originated in the late 19th century, deriving from the combination of the early 20th-century 'titivate' and the noun 'tidy'. The root 'tit' itself is believed to be an alteration of 'titivate', which was slang for 'to make neat or tidy'. Initially, it emphasized the idea of making oneself presentable or attractive. Over time, 'tittivate' became more commonly used in informal conversation, maintaining its playful and light approach to personal grooming and decor. It is often associated with the act of preparing for a special event or occasion, reflecting a culturally ingrained importance placed on appearance and aesthetics.