Synonyms for

Makes

Verb / meɪks / Another word for makes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To cause something to exist or happen; to produce or create.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

produces generates creates constructs

Informal

cooks up puts together whips up

Literary

forges begets crafts

Antonyms

destroys ruins dismantles unmakes demolishes breaks

Common collocations

  • makes sense
  • makes a difference
  • makes money
  • makes a decision
  • makes a mistake
  • makes sure
  • makes progress
  • makes time

Word family

noun make
verb make
adjective makeable

Usage note

The verb 'makes' is highly versatile. Be mindful of its broad meaning and choose more specific verbs when possible for greater clarity.

Example sentences

  1. The baker makes delicious bread every day.
  2. She makes a beautiful painting with bright colors.
  3. He makes a mess in the kitchen when he cooks.
  4. The artist makes sculptures out of clay.
  5. The teacher makes learning fun with games and activities.

Quotes

  • The best way to predict the future is to create it.
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
  • You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.

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