mascara

noun

mas·​cara ma-ˈsker-ə 

-ˈska-rə

: a cosmetic especially for making the eyelashes darker and more prominent

mascaraed

ma-ˈsker-əd 

-ˈska-rəd

adjective

Examples of mascara in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Maybelline mascaras have always been impressive, but this one specifically always has a spot in my makeup bag. —Olivia Cefalu, InStyle, 21 June 2026

The mother of the Princess of Wales paired her candy-pink look with lips in a bold cyclamen shade that lit up her smile, while her eyes were accentuated by a bold black line and lengthening mascara. —Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 20 June 2026

While there are lash-growth serums, lengthening mascaras, and even professional lash extensions, knowing when and how to use each of these methods is what will actually make a difference. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 17 June 2026

Swift wore a similar tone on her lower lashline, plus a few swipes of mascara. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 15 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably from Italian maschera mask

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mascara

• aspera
• barbera
• barrera
• caldera
• cascara
• chimaera
• chimera
• diptera
• drosera
• patera
• provera
• sierra

Kids Definition

mascara

noun

mas·​cara ma-ˈskar-ə 

: a cosmetic especially for darkening the eyelashes