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
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
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
The suite allowed players to enjoy complete makeovers, quick touch-ups, or just a little extra glam before one of the most significant moments of their careers.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
Justice acknowledged the concerns but expressed confidence in Trump's approach, emphasizing that any necessary adjustments will be made over time.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Apr. 2025
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Carrot cake gets a crumbly, buttery makeover in this clever twist on two classics: spiced shortbread and everyone’s favorite springtime dessert.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
The suite allowed players to enjoy complete makeovers, quick touch-ups, or just a little extra glam before one of the most significant moments of their careers.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 15 Apr. 2025
Verb
All Social Security claims made over the telephone will be subject to an anti-fraud check moving forward, the agency confirmed on April 14.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
Justice acknowledged the concerns but expressed confidence in Trump's approach, emphasizing that any necessary adjustments will be made over time.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Makeover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/makeover. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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