Thesaurus results for MAKINGS

makings

noun

plural of making

as in potential

the basic elements from which something can be developed she has all the makings of an excellent leader, but she needs some experience first

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Recent Examples of makings While Sireci spoke about vineyards, vintages, and all of the technical makings of the wine, Muller made sure no one’s glass—or plate—stayed empty for long. — Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The roadside produce stands, the slightly cooler mountain air, and the lightning bugs glowing in open fields provide all the makings of a nostalgic summer trip. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 June 2026 This Away carry-on suitcase has all the makings of the best travel companion, according to reviews. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 This one has all the makings to be wild. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 June 2026 With that trajectory established, this has the makings of a defining summer for the now 24-year-old, comprising a first World Cup, a first World Cup goal and now a possible transfer to a club who will play in the Champions League next season. — Phil Hay, New York Times, 16 June 2026 Big Brother 20 Season 20 has all the makings of what could have been an all-time great season. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026 Combined with his 16% strikeout rate, which ranks as fifth-best in the South Atlantic League among qualified batters, Gonzales has shown all the makings of a hitter with significant upside. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 2 June 2026 The foam filling is wrapped in durable outdoor fabric that has all the makings of polished upholstery. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for makings

Noun

If the success of Sleeping Dogs piqued an interest in his talent, this is the drama that really fulfilled his potential almost immediately.

— Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Just as a landmine holds enormous potential energy, human differences carry the potential for volatility if unmanaged.

— Susan MacKenty Brady, Fortune, 14 July 2026

Definition of potential

Noun

At 15 years old, Boubacar Sidibe already had a good grip on this firefighting stuff at Monday's first day of camp.

— Noel Brennan, CBS News, 13 July 2026
The Five Star Weekend (Peacock) Jennifer Garner’s new series, The Five Star Weekend, based on the novel by Elin Hilderbrand, is about a woman who invites friends from her past to visit her luxury Nantucket estate for a weekend of girl stuff.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026

Definition of stuff

Noun

Quince This matching set feels especially nice on warm nights, thanks to its naturally cooling bamboo viscose material.

— Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
Made from fade-, pill-, and weather-resistant material, this quilt is built to last many seasons.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 July 2026