Definition
cosmeticising
verb
- present participle of cosmeticise; making something superficially attractive or acceptable without addressing underlying problems
Usage: British spelling variant of 'cosmeticizing'; often used critically to describe surface-level improvements
Examples
- The company was accused of cosmeticising the problem rather than implementing real reforms.
- Cosmeticising the budget report with better graphics won't fool investors about the actual losses.
- Critics argue the government is cosmeticising urban decay with fresh paint instead of genuine investment.
- She spent the morning cosmeticising her old furniture with new upholstery.
- The report criticized the agency for cosmeticising safety concerns instead of conducting a thorough investigation.