make·over
ˈmāk-ˌō-vər 
plural makeovers
: an act or instance of making over
a makeover of the tax system
especially
: a changing of a person's appearance (as by the use of cosmetics or a different hairstyle)
The contest winner gets a professional makeover and photoshoot.
made over; making over; makes over
1
: to transfer the title of (property)
2
b
Synonyms
Examples of makeover in a Sentence
Noun
The actress had a complete makeover to turn her into a glamorous star.
They gave their advertising a total makeover to improve their corporate image.
Verb
the old factory was completely made over and is now an upscale shopping center
made the deed over to his daughter
Recent Examples on the Web
Radhika Seth, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
When Penelope gives herself a makeover with the intention of winning a husband, Colin finally notices how beautiful his best friend is — and promptly agrees to help her in her quest by teaching her how to catch a handsome gentleman.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 11 Apr. 2024
Margot Robbie is saying goodbye to Barbie's signature blonde locks with a new makeover!
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
Taormina, which is one of Italy’s oldest movie celebrations, has undergone many makeovers through the years as political turbulence often undermined the quality and continuity of its management.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
The county’s dilapidated Safety Building, which requires a pricey makeover, is also one of the major issues Crowley’s administration faces.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
The town hall recently funded the makeover of the external façades of some ancient palazzos, prompting several locals to entirely restyle their old family homes and put them to use after decades of neglect.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2024
While the lineup still includes fixtures Yoan Moncada, Luis Robert, Eloy Jimenez, Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi, the pitching staff has received a complete makeover.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The makeover of the Rams secondary now includes a one-time All-Pro.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
Maura Barrett, NBC News, 8 Apr. 2024
Sasha Colby adopted someone on set last year, and other queens who’ve been made over on the show have gone on to drag careers.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2024
China controls over 80 percent of manufacturing and makes over 95 percent of the world’s silicon wafers, a key component.
—Christian Shepherd, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
The financial ties between drug and device makers and some physicians remains pervasive, despite concerns such relationships may influence medical practice, according to a new analysis of payments made over a recent 10-year span.
—Ed Silverman Reprints, STAT, 28 Mar. 2024
In 2017, he was inducted into the National Cutting Horse Hall of Fame and has made over six million dollars in winnings.
—Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024
This is just one of the many smart investments Nas has made over the years.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 10 Mar. 2024
According to Zillow, homebuyers need to make over six figures annually to comfortably buy a house.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The plan is to make over the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a port facility dedicated to offshore wind, where turbine components can be staged and assembled before being brought out to sea.
—Justine Calma, The Verge, 28 Mar. 2024
Noun
Cue a makeover, which sees the social wallflower swap her pastels and floral motifs for a darker and more sensual color palette—one which catches the eye of Luke Newton’s Colin Bridgerton, her lifelong friend who, over time, begins to see her in a whole new light.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
When Penelope gives herself a makeover with the intention of winning a husband, Colin finally notices how beautiful his best friend is — and promptly agrees to help her in her quest by teaching her how to catch a handsome gentleman.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 11 Apr. 2024
Margot Robbie is saying goodbye to Barbie's signature blonde locks with a new makeover!
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2024
Taormina, which is one of Italy’s oldest movie celebrations, has undergone many makeovers through the years as political turbulence often undermined the quality and continuity of its management.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
The county’s dilapidated Safety Building, which requires a pricey makeover, is also one of the major issues Crowley’s administration faces.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2024
The town hall recently funded the makeover of the external façades of some ancient palazzos, prompting several locals to entirely restyle their old family homes and put them to use after decades of neglect.
—Cnn.com Wire Service, The Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2024
While the lineup still includes fixtures Yoan Moncada, Luis Robert, Eloy Jimenez, Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi, the pitching staff has received a complete makeover.
—Phil Rogers, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The makeover of the Rams secondary now includes a one-time All-Pro.
—Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2024
Verb
Locals gather in Monroeville, Ohio, in anticipation of the eclipse featuring eclipse cookies from Momma Sabo's and chili made over a campfire on Monday.
—Maura Barrett, NBC News, 8 Apr. 2024
Sasha Colby adopted someone on set last year, and other queens who’ve been made over on the show have gone on to drag careers.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2024
China controls over 80 percent of manufacturing and makes over 95 percent of the world’s silicon wafers, a key component.
—Christian Shepherd, Washington Post, 29 Mar. 2024
The financial ties between drug and device makers and some physicians remains pervasive, despite concerns such relationships may influence medical practice, according to a new analysis of payments made over a recent 10-year span.
—Ed Silverman Reprints, STAT, 28 Mar. 2024
In 2017, he was inducted into the National Cutting Horse Hall of Fame and has made over six million dollars in winnings.
—Vogue, 13 Mar. 2024
This is just one of the many smart investments Nas has made over the years.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 10 Mar. 2024
According to Zillow, homebuyers need to make over six figures annually to comfortably buy a house.
—Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The plan is to make over the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a port facility dedicated to offshore wind, where turbine components can be staged and assembled before being brought out to sea.
—Justine Calma, The Verge, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Makeover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/makeover. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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