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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Estée Lauder launched a makeover plan a year ago that is showing promise.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
His successor, former President Joe Biden, cancelled a broad makeover Trump had initially planned.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
Not all fans love the makeover, but Puri said times change.
From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026
The center will serve as the “intellectual backbone” of the La Brea Tar Pits’ long-planned makeover, said NHM President and Director Lori Bettison-Varga.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
Leo psyched himself up for an extreme makeover.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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