To embellish or improve something unnecessarily.
To add superfluous attributes to something.
To make something superficially or deceptively attractive
To gloss over a defect.
To cover up with varnish.
To apply varnish.
Anything resembling such a paint; glossy appearance.
A type of paint with a solvent that evaporates to leave a hard, transparent, glossy film.
A deceptively showy appearance.