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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The Barron’s mobile app is getting a makeover.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
Finally, in 2019, after its latest makeover, the Museum of Modern Art abandoned the traditional, linear narrative in favor of an eclectic, ahistorical installation of artists and artworks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Boys these days are under the impression that they need an extreme makeover to get the girl.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Montana, which has a rich Democratic history, has become a solidly Republican state, though the makeover took some time to complete.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
They gave Colin a makeover when he arrived for the first taping, turning him into the cool, snide, troublemaking prodigy.
From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green
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