smarten up

behavior appearance

The phrase 'smarten up' is commonly used to describe improving one's appearance or becoming more sensible and responsible.

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Definition

B2General

(informal)To improve one's appearance by dressing more neatly or stylishly.

Example

He decided to smarten up for the job interview by wearing a suit.

B2General

(informal)To become more intelligent, sensible, or responsible.

Example

It's time to smarten up and start taking your studies seriously.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "smarten up":

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