Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

made-up

Adjective
/ˈmeɪd ˌʌp/
Definition
Invented or fabricated; not real or true.
Examples
  • The story seemed so intricate that it felt like a made-up tale.
  • She wore a made-up face, with bright colors and elaborate designs.
  • The statistics he quoted were completely made-up to support his argument.
Meaning
The term ‘made-up’ refers to something that has been created or contrived, often involving imagination or fabrication rather than factual accuracy.
Synonyms
  • Fictitious
  • Invented
  • Contrived
  • Fabricated