one's true character; one's true self; one's true worth; serious; earnest
demonstrative of one's worth; worthy of one's reputation; living up to one's name; bolstering one's reputation; enhancing one's prestige; winning one honour
to save face; to keep face; to not lose face
undergoing a complete change in appearance; changing something out of all recognition; a rise in one's reputation
new appearance; new look; new sight; new scene