MAKEOVERS Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

makeovers

noun

plural of makeover

as in transformations

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maladaptations

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Noun

The transformations that have decimated protest movements—undone by digitization, atomization, and the evanescence of online life—have also affected shame and its ability to mediate social norms without the intervention of the state.

— Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2026
Once employed for red-carpet transformations for some ultra-glamorous lengths, extensions are increasingly becoming an everyday styling tool as a way to add density, movement, or just a few extra inches without fundamentally changing a cut.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of transformations

Noun

Stratolaunch must first complete the modifications needed to accommodate Talon-A and its air-launch requirements.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026
Among those anticipating modifications, 72% expect bathroom changes and 71% expect changes that improve access into or around the home.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of modifications

Noun

The original structure had fallen into ruin by the 18th century and was later incorporated into a residence that underwent extensive alterations, including a major Victorian makeover in 1874.

— Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
A number of changes have been made to Starliner’s design in the wake of Calypso, including alterations to seal designs, as well as the thruster system.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of alterations

Noun

Analysis revealed the work to be by Velázquez and, interestingly, showed that the artist made a number of revisions to the nobleman’s dress and armor.

— News Desk, Artforum, 24 Sep. 2026
Morgan Lehmann and Victoria Bata penned the first draft of the script with Boone and his writing partner Knate Lee handling revisions.

— Justin Kroll, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of revisions

Noun

The campaign aims to generate 17,000 conversions over the coming year, reflecting the charity’s figure for the number of people who die each year from alcohol- or drug-related causes.

— Paloma Chavez, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026
In August, Hurley said that the Bird closing is also part of a 2024 Aldi deal with the Jacksonville chain that has led to dozens of conversions.

— Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026

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