smarten
/ˈsmɑrtən/
verb
- To make or become more intelligent, knowledgeable, or quick-thinking.
- The training program is designed to smarten new employees about company policies.
- Reading challenging books can smarten your mind over time.
- He smartened up after failing the exam and started studying regularly.
- To make or become neater, more attractive, or more stylish in appearance.
- The old house was smartened up with a fresh coat of paint and new curtains.
- He smartened his hair before the job interview.
- She smartened her outfit with a colorful scarf and matching earrings.
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