1. 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.