makeup

• Substantiv, das kosmetische Produkte bezeichnet, die auf das Gesicht aufgetragen werden, um das Aussehen zu verbessern oder zu verändern; auch das Ergebnis bzw. die Art und Weise des Auftragens solcher Produkte.

A noun referring to cosmetic products applied to the face to enhance or alter appearance.

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1. CosmeticsA1informal

   Colored substances applied to the face to enhance or alter appearance.

   Make-up

   • She always wears makeup to work.
   • He bought some new makeup for the party.
   • The actress had heavy makeup for the role.

   Synonymepaintslapwar paint

2. Composition or structureB2formal

   The way in which something is composed or arranged.

   Zusammensetzung

   • The makeup of the committee includes five members.
   • The chemical makeup of the substance is complex.
   • The genetic makeup of the organism was studied.

   Synonymearrangementcompositionconfigurationconformationconstitutionconstructionformorganizationstructure

3. Character or natureB2formal

   The inherent qualities or characteristics of a person or thing.

   Wesensart

   • Her emotional makeup makes her very sensitive.
   • The psychological makeup of the criminal was analyzed.
   • The cultural makeup of the city is diverse.

   Synonymecharactercompositionconstitutionnaturestructuretemperament