Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A cosmetic used to enhance or alter the appearance of the face, including products like lipstick and eyeshadow. It can also mean the combination of parts or qualities that form something.
Make-up
/ˈmeɪk ʌp/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Most of her make-up was on the pillow or on him.
I liked the make-up.
No woman in the Party wore make-up.
Etymology:
The term make-up as a cosmetic dates back to the 19th century, originating from the verb make and the noun up, meaning to fix or enhance. The word evolved into its current form in the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
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