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- See:
- make
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phrase |
| definition 1: |
to form or be the parts of.
My family is made up of my parents, my brother, and me.- synonyms:
- constitute, form
- similar words:
- compose, create
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| definition 2: |
to pay back.
I made up for being mean to Mom by washing the dishes without being asked.- synonyms:
- offset
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| definition 3: |
to become friends again after a quarrel.
I made up with my friend the day after our fight.- similar words:
- make amends, square
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| definition 4: |
to invent (a story, excuse, or the like) using one's mind.
He made up an excuse to stay home from work.The teacher made up an example to help the students understand. |
| related words: |
compensate |
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