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
Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
The interior experienced a recent makeover by Scottish designer Guy Oliver, also responsible for the styling of 10 Downing Street.
—Chloe Braithwaite, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2024
In 2017, a more substantial makeover created 400,000 square feet of space, high-end shops, a five-level parking structure, trendy eateries and office space.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2024
Nicola Coughlan’s Penelope Featherington yearns for a makeover in Bridgerton Season 3.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
The historic chapel at the University of Cambridge’s King’s College recently got an eco-friendly makeover.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Apr. 2024
Lin has designs for the 700-square foot car that will be hauled to the Sierra foothills for a makeover this summer.
—Kristin J. Bender, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
For her new Versace campaign, the Oscar winner has revived the big, curly mane from before her princess makeover.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2024
In California, Jessica Tran seems to have timed her backyard makeover just right.
—Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
Under current Kansas law, the tax brackets are set at 3.1%, 5.25% and 5.7%, with individuals making over $30,000 a year in taxable income taxed at the top rate.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2024
Among the updates made over the years by the Bodeas are adding underground plumbing, installing new electrical systems, and putting in a sinuous, tiered infinity swimming pool.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2024
Reservations can be made over the phone or on the restaurant's website.
—The Indianapolis Star, 20 Mar. 2024
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
Noun
After three Emmy and Peabody Award winning seasons, the HBO series returns with a new cast — RuPaul's Drag Race alums Sasha Velour, Priyanka, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale — and the same mission: spreading love and connection (and makeovers) via the art of drag across small-town America.
—Jason Sheeler, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024
The interior experienced a recent makeover by Scottish designer Guy Oliver, also responsible for the styling of 10 Downing Street.
—Chloe Braithwaite, Robb Report, 25 Apr. 2024
In 2017, a more substantial makeover created 400,000 square feet of space, high-end shops, a five-level parking structure, trendy eateries and office space.
—Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2024
Nicola Coughlan’s Penelope Featherington yearns for a makeover in Bridgerton Season 3.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2024
The historic chapel at the University of Cambridge’s King’s College recently got an eco-friendly makeover.
—Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Apr. 2024
Lin has designs for the 700-square foot car that will be hauled to the Sierra foothills for a makeover this summer.
—Kristin J. Bender, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
For her new Versace campaign, the Oscar winner has revived the big, curly mane from before her princess makeover.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2024
In California, Jessica Tran seems to have timed her backyard makeover just right.
—Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 2 Apr. 2024
Verb
For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.
—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
Under current Kansas law, the tax brackets are set at 3.1%, 5.25% and 5.7%, with individuals making over $30,000 a year in taxable income taxed at the top rate.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2024
Among the updates made over the years by the Bodeas are adding underground plumbing, installing new electrical systems, and putting in a sinuous, tiered infinity swimming pool.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2024
Reservations can be made over the phone or on the restaurant's website.
—The Indianapolis Star, 20 Mar. 2024
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
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“Makeover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/makeover. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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