Burnish (verb)

1. To make smooth and glossy by rubbing; to polish.
2. To improve or enhance the surface of something by rubbing it.
3. To make something more attractive or impressive by adding or increasing certain qualities.

Origin:

Derived from the middle english word burnischen, which comes from the old french word burnir, meaning to polish or make shiny.

Examples:

1. She burnished the silverware with a soft cloth.
2. The shoes were burnished to a high shine.
3. He burnished his reputation as a great leader.
4. Burnishing the floor made it look brand new.
5. I burnished my car and the paint looked like new again.