make up

make up

v.

1. To compose

   compound, combine, mingle; see join 1, mix 1.

2. To constitute

   comprise, include, consist of; see compose 1.

3. To invent

   fabricate, devise, fashion; see compose 3, create 2, invent 1, 2.

4. To provide

   furnish, fill, supply; see provide 1.

5. To reconcile

   conciliate, pacify, accommodate; see reconcile 2.

6. To apply cosmetics

   powder, rouge, beautify, do up*.