makeover
Americannoun
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a remodeling; renovation; restoration.
The old house needs a complete makeover.
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a thorough course of beauty and cosmetic treatments.
Assistants spent four hours on the actress's makeover in preparation for the awards ceremony.
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a change made in one’s life or lifestyle.
Does your career or marriage need a makeover?
Etymology
Origin of makeover
First recorded in 1925–30; noun use of verb phrase make over
Example Sentences
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A city park received a makeover, and the lobby of the Civic Theater was restored to its 1929 grandeur.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
New Delhi's iconic auto-rickshaws have received a Donald Trump-themed makeover to mark the United States' 250th Independence celebrations and the upcoming India visit of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, but not everyone is a fan.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
The world’s most surprising capitalist makeover is under way in Sweden.
From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026
Under new boss Fernando Fernandez, who took the helm last year, the legacy business has gotten a makeover.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Chantal only shakes her head as if she disapproves of the whole makeover.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
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