Definition

More neat and tidy than something else.

Example

After cleaning the house, it looked sprucer than ever.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I think my room needs to look sprucer before the party this weekend.

Yeah, a little tidying up will make a big difference.

Maybe I should add some decorations to make it feel even sprucer.

That sounds like a great idea! It will really set the mood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'sprucer' originates from the word 'spruce' (from Middle English *spruce*, meaning neat or smart) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A sprucer is a person who makes something neat or smart in appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes things look 'neat' or 'smart' — that's what a sprucer does.

Visually Confused Words