The difference between Gild and Sugarcoat

When used as verbs, gild means to cover with a thin layer of gold, whereas sugarcoat means to make superficially more attractive.


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  1. Gild as a verb (transitive):

    To cover with a thin layer of gold; to cover with gold leaf.

  2. Gild as a verb (transitive):

    To adorn.

  3. Gild as a verb (transitive):

    To give a bright or pleasing aspect to.

  4. Gild as a verb (transitive):

    To make appear drunk.

  1. Gild as a noun:

  1. Sugarcoat as a verb (transitive):

    To make superficially more attractive; to give a falsely pleasant appearance to.

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