Definition
cosmeticised
verb
- past tense and past participle of cosmeticise; to apply cosmetics to; to make superficially attractive or acceptable without addressing underlying problems
Usage: British spelling variant of 'cosmeticized'; often used critically to suggest superficial improvement
Examples
- The company cosmeticised its financial report to hide the underlying losses.
- She cosmeticised her appearance before the interview.
- The government cosmeticised the policy rather than implementing real reform.
- They cosmeticised the old building with a fresh coat of paint.
- The report was cosmeticised to present a more favorable image to investors.
- He cosmeticised his resume to make his experience seem more impressive.