opvijzelen

Definitions of opvijzelen
  1. verb
    dress up in a cheap and provocative way
    synonyms: opkrikken
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    toetakelen, uitdossen
    put on special clothes to appear particularly appealing and attractive
  2. verb
    make more interesting or lively
    synonyms: opkrikken
  3. verb
    spur on or encourage especially by cheers and shouts
    synonyms: bejubelen, bevruchten, bezielen, elektriseren, geëlektriseerd, inspireren, opkrikken, toejuichen
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    bemoedigen, bevorderen, opbeuren
    inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
  4. verb
    decorate in a cheap and flashy way
    synonyms: opkrikken, optakelen
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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.
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