引き立つ

ひきたつ

to cheer up; to liven up; to become active; to look better

Also written 引立つ、引きたつ

Meaning

v5tvi
to cheer up; to liven up; to become active
v5tvi
to look better; to improve (in appearance); to stand out

Example sentences

着物を着ると彼女の容姿はいっそう引き立つだろう。

Her figure will be shown off to advantage in a kimono.
その服を着ると彼女はよく引き立つ。

That dress shows off her figure to advantage.
この額に入れると絵が引き立ちます。

This frame shows the painting to good advantage.