swag it up
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To make yourself look and act much cooler and more stylish.
Literal meaning: To bring swag (style/confidence) up (to a higher level).
Meanings
1 C1
idiomatic
slang
To dramatically enhance one's style, appearance, or confident attitude, especially before an event or in a competitive context.
"Before hitting the red carpet, the rapper told his crew to swag it up — this was their moment."
Grammar: inseparable
2 C1
idiomatic
slang
To add more style or flair to something, such as a performance, outfit, or environment.
"The venue was a bit plain, so they swag it up with LED lights and custom artwork."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Contemporary youth slang strongly associated with hip-hop culture. 'Up' adds an intensifying sense of increasing something to a higher level. Often used as an imperative or suggestion among friends.
Commonly used with
look style outfit performance entrance appearance
Forms
Base
swag it up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
swags it up
he/she/it
Past simple
swaged it up
yesterday
Past participle
swaged it up
have + pp
-ing form
swaging it up
continuous
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