opkrikken

Definitions of opkrikken
  1. verb
    lift with a special device
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    beuren, heffen, lepelen, lichten, omhooghalen, omhoogtillen, opbeuren, ophalen, opheffen, ophogen, oplaten, oplichten, opnemen, oprichten, opspuiten, optillen, opzetten, tillen, verhogen
    raise from a lower to a higher position
  2. verb
    decorate in a cheap and flashy way
    synonyms: optakelen, opvijzelen
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    aankleden, bewerken, decoreren, opgesmukt, opluisteren, opsieren, opsmukken, optooien, optuigen, ornamenteren, tooien, transfigureren, verfraaien, versieren
    make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.
  3. verb
    dress up in a cheap and provocative way
    synonyms: opvijzelen
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    toetakelen, uitdossen
    put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive
  4. verb
    make more interesting or lively
    synonyms: opvijzelen
  5. verb
    spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
    synonyms: bejubelen, bevruchten, bezielen, elektriseren, geëlektriseerd, inspireren, opvijzelen, toejuichen
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    bemoedigen, bevorderen, opbeuren
    inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
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