makeup

The word “makeup” has 2 syllables: make-up.

It's pronounced as /ˈmeɪ.kʌp/.


What is synonym and antonym for makeup?

In the thesaurus, “makeup” has 28 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for makeup along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for makeup

  • assemble
  • build
  • come up with
  • compose
  • composition
  • comprise
  • concoct
  • constitute
  • construct
  • content
  • cosmetics
  • design
  • devise
  • form
  • format
  • formation
  • invent
  • layout
  • lipstick
  • make
  • mascara
  • nature
  • paint
  • personality
  • setup
  • shape
  • style
  • theme

Antonyms for makeup

  • clone
  • copy
  • destroy
  • disassemble
  • dismantle
  • dismember
  • duplicate
  • flatten
  • imitate
  • knock down
  • mimic
  • pull down
  • replicate
  • reproduce
  • ruin
  • strike
  • take down
  • tear down

Meanings of makeup

  • noun
    1. An item's composition.
    2. Cosmetics; colorants and other substances applied to the skin to alter its appearance.
    3. Replacement; material used to make up for the amount that has been used up.
    4. A test given to students allowing them to repeat failed material.

Example Sentences

  • She decided to wear makeup for the party to enhance her features.
  • The artist used a variety of colors in her makeup to create a stunning look.
  • It's important to remove your makeup before going to bed to keep your skin healthy.
  • The makeup tutorial online helped me learn new techniques for applying eyeshadow.
  • He complimented her makeup, saying it perfectly matched her outfit.

On this page you'll find 46 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to makeup, such as: assemble, build, clone, come up with, compose, composition, comprise.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • acrylic
  • brighten
  • brush
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  • color
  • cosmetic
  • cover
  • daub
  • decorate
  • depict
  • describe
  • design
  • draw
  • dye
  • enamel
  • latex
  • makeup
  • oil
  • pigment
  • portray
  • render
  • set out
  • sketch
  • stain
  • tint
  • varnish
  • wash
  • wax

paints

  • acrylic
  • brightens
  • brush
  • coat
  • color
  • colors
  • cosmetic
  • cosmetics
  • cover
  • daub
  • decorate
  • depict
  • depicts
  • describes
  • design
  • draw
  • dye
  • dyes
  • enamel
  • latex
  • makeup
  • makeups
  • oil
  • pigment
  • pigments
  • portray
  • portrays
  • renders
  • sketch
  • stain
  • stains
  • tint
  • tints
  • varnish
  • war paints
  • wash
  • wax

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