makeover

[ meyk-oh-ver ]

noun

1. a remodeling; renovation; restoration:

   The old house needs a complete makeover.

2. a thorough course of beauty and cosmetic treatments:

   Assistants spent four hours on the actress's makeover in preparation for the awards ceremony.

3. a change made in one’s life or lifestyle:

   Does your career or marriage need a makeover?

Word History and Origins

Origin of makeover¹

First recorded in 1925–30; noun use of verb phrase make over

Example Sentences

Most recently, early in 2022, the park reopened after a $1.5-million makeover.

From Los Angeles Times

The public transit system has had a serious makeover and is getting even more upgrades to cover more areas in the future.

From Los Angeles Times

Perhaps nothing better illustrated the Bruins’ offseason makeover than the mainstay from a year ago being relegated to a bit player as part of this new ensemble cast.

From Los Angeles Times

But if you’ve seen any images of Zuckerberg in the past year, you’ll know it’s not anomalous: At a funky-fresh 40 years young, the former boy-wonder has embraced a style transformation and vibe makeover.

From Slate

This isn’t the first makeover Zuckerberg has been part of in recent years.

From Slate

Related Words

• refashioning
• remodeling
• renovation
• reshaping
• restoration