Make up

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1 English 1.1 Phrasal Verb 1.1.1 Transitive 1.1.2 Intransitive

English

Phrasal Verb

to make up

Transitive

1. to compensate, fill in or catch up

   He can make up the time next week.

   I got sick the day of the test, but the instructor allowed me to make it up the following week.

2. to invent, imagine, or concoct (a story, claim, etc.)

   If you don't know the answer, don't make one up.

3. to assemble, or mix

   I can make up a batch of stew in a few minutes, but it will take a two hours to cook.

4. to apply cosmetics or makeup

   We can leave as soon as she gets dressed and makes up her face.

Intransitive

1. to resolve, forgive or smooth over an argument or fight

   They fight a lot, but they always manage to make up.

   (also Kiss and make up )