DO UP Synonyms: 163 Similar and Opposite Words

do up

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as in to decorate

to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming the whole house had been done up for Halloween

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as in to clothe

to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes on Wild West Day some of the women came to the office done up as showgirls, while the men were mostly outlaws

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as in to wear

to use up all the physical energy of all of this fussing about the wedding has done me up

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Recent Examples of do up Played by a Colman Domingo who is done up to look the most wax figurine of them all in a shellacking of makeup, prosthetics, and colored contacts, Joe is always either giving an avaricious open-mouthed leer or a cold-eyed glare. —

Alison Willmore, Vulture, 23 Apr. 2026 Pair it with white or sheer tights on colder mornings, or with flat over-the-knee boots and a jersey vest for a cute, preppy look that feels so London—especially with all buttons done up. —

Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2026 The Swiss brand just unveiled a limited collection of five new watches done up in a slew of pastel hues, ranging from a soft pink to a sage green. —

Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026 Cushy seating is ideal for napping, reading, working from home, or avoiding the news of course, especially when done up in decadent velvet or plush sheepskin. —

Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for do up

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For families The kids club is tucked away in a garden, with its own pool and water slide as well as a jungle gym and craft classes (like lantern-making, coconut leaf art, and seashell bracelet decorating) for children up to age 12.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026
Caramel popcorn shaped and colored decorated the booths like sculpture.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 May 2026