makeshift (177 synonym found)

Makeshift has 177 synonyms. The top synonyms for makeshift are stopgap, proxy, alternate, impromptu, substitute, secondary, alternative, backup and 169 more. Another word for makeshift is stopgap. Browse the full list below.


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What is a synonym for makeshift?

A common synonym for makeshift is stopgap. Other synonyms include proxy, alternate, impromptu, substitute.

How many synonyms does makeshift have?

Makeshift has 177 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does makeshift mean?

(n): a temporary, usually insubstantial, substitution for something else Example: "I am not a model clergyman, only a decent makeshift."— G.


Definition of makeshift:

(n) : a temporary, usually insubstantial, substitution for something else
"I am not a model clergyman, only a decent makeshift."— G. Eliot.
(adj) : made to work or suffice; improvised; substituted
"they used the ledge and a few branches for a makeshift shelter."
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Definition of makeshift:

(n) : a temporary, usually insubstantial, substitution for something else
"I am not a model clergyman, only a decent makeshift."— G. Eliot.
(adj) : made to work or suffice; improvised; substituted
"they used the ledge and a few branches for a makeshift shelter."
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