What is another word for gild the lily?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈɪld ðə lˈɪli] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the phrase "gild the lily" which means to try to improve something that's already perfect and doesn't need any more embellishment. Some alternatives to this phrase are "putting lipstick on a pig," "over-embellishing," "overdoing it," and "over-elaborating." These expressions convey the idea of adding something unnecessary to a situation or an object. They are commonly used to criticise people who are trying too hard to improve something that's already good, or when someone is trying to make something seem more impressive than it actually is. Ultimately, the message behind each expression is the same, which is to avoid unnecessary additions to things that are already beautiful on their own.
