make up

/mˌeɪk ˈʌp/

[verb]

to make up

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: make]

to combine together to form something

synonyms : be

comprise

constitute

represent

to arrange, organize, or prepare something

synonyms : make

to create a false or fictional story or information

to apply cosmetics or beauty products to enhance or alter one's appearance

to become friends with someone once more after ending a quarrel with them

synonyms : conciliate

patch up

reconcile

settle

do or give something to somebody in return

synonyms : compensate

pay

pay off

concoct something artificial or untrue

synonyms : cook up

fabricate

invent

manufacture

make up work that was missed due to absence at a later point

synonyms : catch up with

adjust for

synonyms : compensate

Examples

1. Quite suddenly, her mind was made up.

2. It's now or never, so make up your mind.

3. The United Kingdom is made up of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

4. What he lacks in book knowledge he makes up with his street smarts and policing instincts, which often prove equally helpful to the investigation.

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