makeup
gb/mˈeɪkˌʌp/ us/mˈeɪkˌʌp/
A2
English
~ 8500
smink, összetétel, természet, alkat, pótlás, pótvizsga, pótóra, kibékülés, tördelés, oldalelrendezés
NOUN
A2
1
smink
A2
Usage pattern:
[someone] puts on [makeup]
She never wears much makeup to the office.
Az irodában soha nem visel sok sminket.
He spent an hour in the bathroom putting on stage makeup for the play.
Egy órát töltött a fürdőszobában, amíg feltette a színpadi sminkjét a darabhoz.
The actress appeared on the talk show without any makeup.
I keep my makeup in a small bag in my purse.
The photos were taken after the makeup artist had finished her work.
Learner examples
She puts on makeup every morning.
Minden reggel sminket tesz fel.
I do not wear makeup at home.
Otthon nem viselek sminket.
The actor is in the chair, getting his makeup done.
Please take off your makeup before you go to bed.
Her sister works as a makeup artist.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse the noun "makeup" with the verb phrase "make up." "Makeup" (one word) is usually a noun meaning cosmetics, while "make up" (two words) is a verb, for example, "to make up a story." Learners also sometimes say *"wear a makeup"*; with this meaning, "makeup" is usually uncountable, so say "wear makeup" or "wear a lot of makeup," not *"a makeup."*
Meaning
cosmetics used on the face
Collocations
wear makeup
|put on makeup
|heavy makeup
|natural makeup
|makeup bag
|take off your makeup
Synonyms
cosmetics (More general and slightly more formal; includes all beauty products, not just those applied to the face.)
Antonyms
barefaced (Describes a person’s face with no makeup on at all.)
Themes
appearance
|fashion
|daily life
|daily_life
|health
|core_vocabulary
Definition
Cosmetic products you put on your face, such as lipstick or foundation, to look different or nicer.
Colored powders, creams, and other cosmetic products applied to the face or body to improve, change, or disguise a person’s appearance.
NOUN
B1
2
összetétel
B2
Usage pattern:
the makeup of [something]
The ethnic makeup of the city has changed a lot in the last twenty years.
A város etnikai összetétele sokat változott az elmúlt húsz évben.
Scientists are studying the chemical makeup of the new material.
A tudósok az új anyag kémiai összetételét vizsgálják.
The team’s makeup is a mix of young talent and experienced players.
Her research focuses on the genetic makeup of the virus.
The board’s makeup does not reflect the diversity of the company’s staff.
Learner examples
The ethnic makeup of this area is very mixed.
Ennek a területnek nagyon vegyes az etnikai összetétele.
We talked about the social makeup of the country.
Az ország társadalmi összetételéről beszélgettünk.
The teacher explained the makeup of the human body.
The company changed the makeup of its management team.
Water has a simple chemical makeup.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes misunderstand this meaning and think it refers to cosmetics. In sentences like "the ethnic makeup of the city," "makeup" means the parts that form the whole, not beauty products. Learners also sometimes try *"people’s makeup"* when they really mean "population"; use "makeup" with a clear noun like "population," "committee," or "team."
Meaning
the composition of something
Collocations
genetic makeup
|chemical makeup
|the makeup of the committee
|the social makeup
|the population makeup
|the ethnic makeup
Synonyms
composition (More formal and technical; very common in scientific and academic contexts.)
Antonyms
disunity (Emphasizes a lack of a clear or stable combination of parts, especially in groups of people.)
Themes
science
|society
|description
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The different parts or people that together form something, like a group, a substance, or a system.
The combination and arrangement of parts, elements, or members that together form a whole thing, group, or system.
NOUN
B2
3
Usage pattern:
[someone]’s makeup
Traveling alone just isn’t in his makeup; he prefers to be with friends.
Egyszerűen nem olyan alkat, hogy egyedül utazzon; inkább a barátaival szeret lenni.
Her calm emotional makeup makes her a good nurse in emergencies.
Nyugodt érzelmi alkata jó ápolóvá teszi vészhelyzetekben.
Part of his psychological makeup is a strong need for control.
Honesty is a central part of her makeup.
Their different makeups sometimes cause conflict, but they respect each other.
Learner examples
Helping other people is part of her makeup.
Hozzátartozik a természetéhez, hogy segítsen másoknak.
Being shy is not in his makeup.
Nem olyan alkat, hogy félénk legyen.
His emotional makeup makes him very careful at work.
A competitive makeup can help in business.
Patience is an important part of a teacher’s makeup.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse this with the cosmetics meaning and think "her makeup" always means her beauty products. When it is followed by words like "emotional" or "psychological," or when the context is about personality, it means character. Also, learners may wrongly say *"he has a makeup of shy"*; instead say "he has a shy makeup" or more simply "he is shy."
Meaning
a person’s character or nature
Collocations
emotional makeup
|psychological makeup
|his basic makeup
|her inner makeup
|personality makeup
Synonyms
character (Very close in meaning; often sounds a bit more general, while "makeup" suggests what deeply forms that character.)
Antonyms
surface (Refers to what is only on the outside or easily seen, in contrast with someone’s deeper inner makeup.)
Themes
psychology
|personality
|daily life
|emotions
|relationships
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The usual way a person thinks, feels, and acts; their basic character.
A person’s natural character, including their typical thoughts, feelings, and ways of behaving.
NOUN
B2
4
Usage pattern:
[someone] takes a makeup [exam/test/class]
If you miss the midterm, you can take a makeup exam next week.
Ha lemaradsz a félévközi vizsgáról, jövő héten pótvizsgát tehetsz.
The school scheduled a makeup class for the lecture that was canceled by the snowstorm.
Az iskola pótórát szervezett a hóvihar miatt elmaradt előadás helyett.
Rain forced the league to arrange a makeup game on Monday.
Students who were sick must contact the office to request a makeup test.
Because of the power outage, several makeups will be held at the end of the term.
Learner examples
I was sick, so I have to take a makeup test.
Beteg voltam, ezért pótdolgozatot kell írnom.
The teacher will give a makeup exam on Friday.
A tanár pénteken pótvizsgát tart.
They played a makeup game because last week’s game was canceled.
We had a makeup class on Saturday morning.
You need to ask the professor if a makeup is possible.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes write *"make up exam"* as two words when it is used as a noun before another noun ("a makeup exam"). The verb is "to make up an exam" (two words), but the noun is "a makeup exam" (one word).
Meaning
replacement test, class, or game
Collocations
makeup exam
|makeup test
|makeup class
|makeup game
|schedule a makeup
Synonyms
rescheduled exam (Stresses that the exam has been moved to a different time, not necessarily that it replaces a missed one.)
Antonyms
regular exam (A normal, planned exam that is not a special replacement or extra exam.)
Themes
education
|sports
|scheduling
|daily_life
Definition
A test, class, or game that happens later because the first one was missed or canceled.
A test, class, game, or similar event that is held to replace one that was missed, failed, or canceled.
NOUN
C1
INFORMAL
5
kibékülés
B1
Usage pattern:
[a] breakup and [a] makeup
After every big fight, they promise it’s over, but there’s always a dramatic makeup a few days later.
Minden nagy veszekedés után megígérik, hogy vége, de pár nappal később mindig jön egy drámai kibékülés.
The movie ends with a sweet makeup scene on a rainy street.
A film egy kedves kibékülési jelenettel ér véget egy esős utcán.
Their breakup and makeup cycle has gone on for years.
Friends are betting on whether this argument will lead to a permanent split or just another quick makeup.
The couple’s emotional breakup and makeup exhausted everyone around them.
Learner examples
They had a fight, but the makeup came the next day.
Összevesztek, de másnap jött a kibékülés.
The story ends with a happy makeup between the two sisters.
A történet a két lánytestvér boldog kibékülésével ér véget.
Their breakup was short; the makeup was fast and emotional.
After a long talk, the makeup finally happened.
The show loves big dramas and big makeups.
Common mistake:
Learners may think of only the verb phrase "to make up" (to become friends again) and not realize that "a makeup" can be used as a noun for the reconciliation itself. Also, do not confuse this with the cosmetics meaning; this sense usually appears with words like "breakup," "fight," or "argument."
Meaning
reconciliation after a fight
Collocations
a big makeup
|a tearful makeup
|have a makeup
|romantic makeup
Synonyms
reconciliation (More formal; used for both personal relationships and larger conflicts like politics or religion.)
Antonyms
breakup (The ending of a romantic relationship, often happening before or instead of a makeup.)
Themes
relationships
|emotions
|daily_life
Definition
The time when people who had a fight or break-up become friends or partners again.
A period or event in which people who have argued or separated become friendly or romantic again.
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
6
tördelés
C1
Usage pattern:
the makeup of [a page/newspaper]
The editor was unhappy with the front-page makeup and asked the designer to redo it.
A szerkesztő elégedetlen volt a címlap tördelésével, és megkérte a tervezőt, hogy készítse el újra.
Changing the makeup of the newspaper allowed more space for photographs.
Az újság tördelésének megváltoztatása több helyet biztosított a fényképek számára.
Good page makeup helps readers find the most important stories quickly.
The magazine updated its makeup to look more modern and clean.
He works in the art department, focusing on layout and makeup.
Learner examples
The newspaper changed its page makeup last year.
Az újság tavaly megváltoztatta az oldalak tördelését.
Good makeup of a page makes it easy to read.
A jó oldaltördelés könnyen olvashatóvá teszi az oldalt.
She designs the makeup of the magazine every month.
They studied the makeup of online news pages.
The new makeup gives the paper a fresh look.
Common mistake:
Learners often do not know this specialized meaning at all and may incorrectly interpret "page makeup" as cosmetics. In media contexts, especially with words like "page," "front page," or "layout," "makeup" means the design arrangement, not beauty products.
Meaning
page or newspaper layout
Collocations
page makeup
|newspaper makeup
|magazine makeup
|layout and makeup
|front-page makeup
Synonyms
layout (The more common term in everyday and professional use; "makeup" is somewhat more traditional or specialized in publishing.)
Antonyms
random layout (Suggests no planned or designed makeup, with elements placed without order.)
Themes
media
|publishing
|communication
|arts_entertainment
|technology
Definition
The way words and pictures are placed and designed on a page in a newspaper, magazine, or website.
The design and arrangement of text, images, and other elements on a printed or digital page, especially in newspapers and magazines.
Grammar
Dictionary form
makeup
IPA
GB/mˈeɪkˌʌp/
US/mˈeɪkˌʌp/
Syllables & stress
makeup (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (makeup)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: makeup
- Plural: makeup, makeups
Word family
Expressions
do your makeup
4/dˈu jˈʊɹ mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
informal
apply your own makeup
To put makeup on your own face, often taking some time and care.
Examples
- I need an hour to do my makeup before the party.
- She does her makeup in the car on the way to work.
- He learned how to do his makeup by watching online videos.
ethnic makeup
11/ˈɛθnɪk mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
ethnic composition of a group
The different ethnic groups and their numbers in a population or area.
Examples
- The ethnic makeup of the neighborhood has changed over time.
- Census data show the ethnic makeup of the country is becoming more diverse.
- Tourism has little effect on the ethnic makeup of the island.
in full makeup
6/ˈɪn fˈʊl mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
wearing full or heavy cosmetics
Wearing a lot of makeup, usually carefully done for a show, event, or photos.
Examples
- The singers arrived in full makeup and costume.
- Even in full makeup, you could see how tired she was.
- He walked onto the set in full makeup, ready for the scene.
makeup class
9/mˈeɪkˌʌp klˈæs/
fixed phrase
class held as a replacement
An extra class that happens because a regular class was missed or canceled.
Examples
- There will be a makeup class on Saturday morning.
- Because of the holiday, the teacher planned a makeup class next week.
- Most students came to the makeup class before the exam.
makeup exam
8/mˈeɪkˌʌp ɪɡzˈæm/
fixed phrase
exam taken as a replacement
An extra exam you take because you missed or could not take the original exam.
Examples
- Students who were absent must sign up for the makeup exam.
- He passed the course after doing well on the makeup exam.
- The teacher scheduled a makeup exam for next Tuesday.
makeup game
12/mˈeɪkˌʌp ɡˈeɪm/
fixed phrase
replacement sports game
A sports game that is played later because the first game was canceled or stopped.
Examples
- The rainout means the teams will play a makeup game next month.
- Tickets for the makeup game will be half price.
- They scheduled the makeup game as part of a doubleheader.
makeup test
7/mˈeɪkˌʌp tˈɛst/
fixed phrase
test taken as a replacement
A test that replaces one you missed or could not take before.
Examples
- If you fail the quiz, you may get one makeup test.
- The makeup test will cover the same material as the original.
- She stayed late to supervise several makeup tests.
put on makeup
1/pˈʊt ˈɔn mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
apply cosmetics to the face
To apply cosmetics to your face.
Examples
- She quickly put on makeup before the video call started.
- I don’t have time to put on makeup this morning.
- Actors have to put on makeup before going on stage.
social makeup
10/sˈoʊʃəl mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
social structure of a group
How different types of people or social groups are arranged in a society, city, or organization.
Examples
- Migration has changed the social makeup of the region.
- The report examines the social makeup of the university’s student body.
- War can quickly alter the social makeup of a country.
take off your makeup
3/tˈeɪk ˈɔf jˈʊɹ mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
remove cosmetics from your face
To remove cosmetics from your face.
Examples
- Always take off your makeup before you go to bed.
- She uses coconut oil to take off her makeup.
- He didn’t recognize her at first after she took off her stage makeup.
wear makeup
2/wˈɛɹ mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
have cosmetics on your face
To have cosmetics on your face, usually after putting them on earlier.
Examples
- At this school, students are not allowed to wear makeup.
- She usually wears light makeup to look fresh but professional.
- He decided to wear makeup for the play so the audience could see his expressions better.
without makeup
5/wɪðˈaʊt mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
not wearing any cosmetics
With no makeup on your face.
Examples
- She looks very different without makeup.
- The magazine showed the actress without makeup to promote natural beauty.
- I prefer to stay without makeup when I’m at home.
genetic makeup
1/d͡ʒənˈɛtɪk mˈeɪkˌʌp/
fixed phrase
All the genes of an organism
All the genes that a person, animal, or plant has.
Examples
- Exercise cannot change your genetic makeup.
- Twins share a very similar genetic makeup.
- Her genetic makeup makes her prone to certain illnesses.
- Your lifestyle can influence how your genetic makeup is expressed.
- Scientists compared the genetic makeup of two related species.